2008 Acura TL vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 2 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), 2010 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Pilot.
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, 2010 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | TL | Pilot |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2774 mm |