2004 Acura TL vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Sienna. (262 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 537 kg more than 2004 Acura TL.
Because 2013 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TL. (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TL. 2013 Toyota Sienna 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. 2013 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | TL | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| 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 | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 79 L |
