2005 Acura TL vs. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Acura TL. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 902 kg more than 2005 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TL. (323 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura TL | 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Acura | Land Rover |
Model | TL | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 440 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 2515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |