2004 Acura TL vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Acura TL. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TL weights approximately 359 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition 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 2006 Ford Expedition. 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TL. (324 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura TL | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | TL | Expedition |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 495 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1579 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 106 L |