2004 Ford GT vs. 2004 Acura TL
To start off, both 2004 Ford GT and 2004 Acura TL were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2004 Acura TL. (267 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TL weights approximately 58 kg more than 2004 Ford GT.
Because 2004 Ford GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TL. (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TL. 2004 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2004 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford GT | 2004 Acura TL | |
Make | Ford | Acura |
Model | GT | TL |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |