2008 Acura TL vs. 2009 Acura MDX
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,663 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 206 kg more than 2008 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2009 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Acura | Acura |
| Model | TL | MDX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1784 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |
