2005 Acura TL vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 4 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 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 171 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TL weights approximately 433 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. 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) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (221 Nm). This means 2005 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2005 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Civic 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TL | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | TL | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
