2005 Acura TL vs. 2005 Lincoln Aviator
To start off, both 2005 Acura TL and 2005 Lincoln Aviator were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Aviator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Aviator (298 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Acura TL. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Aviator should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Aviator weights approximately 572 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 2005 Lincoln Aviator 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 2005 Lincoln Aviator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Lincoln Aviator (407 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TL. (323 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Aviator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TL | 2005 Lincoln Aviator | |
| Make | Acura | Lincoln |
| Model | TL | Aviator |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
