2003 Acura TL vs. 2011 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura TL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Stavic. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 345 kg more than 2003 Acura TL.
Because 2011 SsangYong Stavic is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 SsangYong Stavic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 SsangYong Stavic (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura TL | 2011 SsangYong Stavic | |
Make | Acura | SsangYong |
Model | TL | Stavic |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |