2008 Acura TL vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 5 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1556 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
Because 2013 Ford E-Series 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 2013 Ford E-Series. 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | TL | E-Series |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 181 L |