2004 Acura TL vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 3 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 4,200 cc, 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1086 kg more than 2004 Acura TL.
Because 2007 Ford F-250 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 2007 Ford F-250. 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TL. (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura TL | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | TL | F-250 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4200 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 144 L |