2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Acura TL. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1816 kg more than 2011 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TL. (344 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2011 Acura TL | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Excursion | TL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5948 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 1688 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4966 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 70 L |
