2005 Acura TL vs. 2009 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra 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 132 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TL weights approximately 494 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (185 Nm). This means 2005 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TL | 2009 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | TL | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 53 L |
