2005 Acura TL vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TL (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Tundra. (234 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TL weights approximately 283 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 2009 Toyota Tundra. 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 Acura TL (323 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tundra. (266 Nm). This means 2005 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura TL | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | TL | Tundra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 266 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |