2009 Acura TL vs. 1998 Ford F-250
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-250 weights approximately 900 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, 1998 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 1998 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | TL | F-250 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3490 mm |