2004 Acura TL vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 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 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Acura TL. (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura TL.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TL. (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | TL | Ram |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5881 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 129 L |
