2008 Acura TL vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (260 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1298 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TL | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 2572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 106 L |
