2004 Honda Avancier vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (279 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2004 Honda Avancier. (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Honda Avancier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Acura TL (343 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Avancier. (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Avancier | 2013 Acura TL | |
Make | Honda | Acura |
Model | Avancier | TL |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2254 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1452 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |