2004 Acura TL vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, both 2004 Acura TL and 2004 Ford F-150 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 547 kg more than 2004 Acura TL.
Because 2004 Ford F-150 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 2004 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TL. (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TL. 2004 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2004 Acura TL has manual transmission. 2004 Acura TL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura TL | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | TL | F-150 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |