2008 Acura TL vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 726 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
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) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (339 Nm). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TL | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 81 L |
