2004 Acura TL vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 6 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Ford Escape. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 1325 kg more than 2004 Acura TL.
Because 2010 Ford Escape 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 2010 Ford Escape. 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, 2010 Ford Escape (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TL. (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TL. 2010 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2004 Acura TL has manual transmission. 2004 Acura TL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TL | Escape |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 132 L |
