2004 Dodge Durango vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 417 kg more than 2011 Acura TL.
Because 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL 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, 2004 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TL. (370 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Durango | 2011 Acura TL | |
Make | Dodge | Acura |
Model | Durango | TL |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 370 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2217 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |