2005 Acura TL vs. 2008 Ford E-350
To start off, 2008 Ford E-350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura TL would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TL (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TL weights approximately 536 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350. 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, 2008 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TL. (323 Nm). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TL | 2008 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TL | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 132 L |
