2005 Acura TL vs. 2003 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2005 Acura TL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,209 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2003 Ford Taurus. (155 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TL weights approximately 98 kg more than 2003 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Taurus. 2003 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2005 Acura TL has manual transmission. 2005 Acura TL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TL | 2003 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TL | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3209 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
