2008 Acura TL vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (161 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 114 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (220 Nm). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | TL | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 220 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1388 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |