2004 Acura TL vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Acura TL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic 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 163 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TL weights approximately 478 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | TL | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
