2008 Acura TL vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner weights approximately 327 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (316 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner. (270 Nm). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TL | Space Liner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |
