2005 Acura TL vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 8 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Acura TL. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 948 kg more than 2005 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TL. (323 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura TL | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | TL | Tundra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 544 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 2561 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |