2004 Acura TL vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 9 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 596 kg more than 2004 Acura TL.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TL. (324 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Acura | Porsche |
| Model | TL | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1579 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2895 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
