2004 Acura TL vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 271 kg more than 2004 Acura TL.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor (346 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TL. (324 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TL | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1579 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 81 L |
