2008 Acura TL vs. 2005 Honda Civic
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 Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic 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 168 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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 Honda Civic. 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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2005 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2008 Acura TL has manual transmission. 2008 Acura TL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | TL | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 149 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |