2004 Acura TL vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2004 Acura TL. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 852 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 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS (521 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TL. (324 Nm). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 2011 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Acura | Lexus |
| Model | TL | LS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| 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 | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1579 kg | 2431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 84 L |
