2008 Acura TL vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1042 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.
Because 2008 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-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, 2012 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | TL | F-150 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 411 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 136 L |