2004 Acura TL vs. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 7 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2004 Acura TL. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 910 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 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (508 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TL. (324 Nm). This means 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura TL | 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Acura | Land Rover |
Model | TL | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 508 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1579 kg | 2489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2743 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 88 L |