2005 Acura TL vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 6 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 93 more horse power than 2011 Ford Escape. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Escape weights approximately 51 kg more than 2005 Acura TL.
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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TL | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TL | Escape |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 57 L |
