2004 Acura TL vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 243 kg more than 2004 Acura TL.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TL. (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TL. 2010 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TL | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
