2009 Acura TL vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 283 kg more than 2009 Acura TL.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | TL | F-150 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 467 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3050 mm |