2004 Acura TL vs. 2001 Honda Civic
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 Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 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 107 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TL weights approximately 732 kg more than 2001 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) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | TL | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
