2006 Acura TL vs. 2003 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Acura TL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-150 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2006 Acura TL.
Because 2003 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-150 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, 2003 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TL | 2003 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TL | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3050 mm |
