2004 Acura TL vs. 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, both 2004 Acura TL and 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1272 kg more than 2004 Acura TL.
Because 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TL. (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura TL | 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | TL | Mega Cruiser |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 108 L |