2008 Acura TL vs. 2008 Ford E-150
To start off, both 2008 Acura TL and 2008 Ford E-150 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 375 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150. 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 2008 Ford E-150. 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 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL. 2008 Ford E-150 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. 2008 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2008 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | TL | E-150 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 6030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 132 L |