2004 Acura TL vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Acura TL. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1076 kg more than 2004 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TL. (324 Nm). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TL | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1579 kg | 2655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 127 L |
