2005 Acura TL vs. 2005 Ford Maverick
To start off, both 2005 Acura TL and 2005 Ford Maverick were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TL (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (118 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TL weights approximately 98 kg more than 2005 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Maverick 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, 2005 Ford Maverick 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, 2005 Acura TL (323 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick. 2005 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Acura TL | 2005 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | TL | Maverick |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |