2004 Acura TL vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (230 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 103 kg more than 2004 Acura TL.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Acura TL (323 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (314 Nm). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura TL | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | TL | Highlander |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3309 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 314 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 73 L |