2008 Acura TL vs. 2002 Ford F-250
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1076 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
Because 2002 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-250 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, 2002 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2002 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | TL | F-250 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3490 mm |