2008 Acura TL vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 256 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
Because 2009 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Hilux. 2008 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | TL | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
