2008 Acura TL vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 81 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (326 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (316 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | TL | Mustang |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 326 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |