2008 Acura TL vs. 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 299 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Acura | Suzuki |
| Model | TL | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 41 L |
