2008 Acura TL vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Ford Falcon. (265 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 483 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
Because 2012 Ford Falcon 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 2012 Ford Falcon. 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | TL | Falcon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 409 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | LPG |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |