2004 Acura TL vs. 2001 Honda City
To start off, 2004 Acura TL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda City 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 173 more horse power than 2001 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TL weights approximately 638 kg more than 2001 Honda City. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura TL | 2001 Honda City | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | TL | City |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |