2004 Acura TL vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Acura TL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1999 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TL weights approximately 78 kg more than 1999 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | TL | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
