2009 Acura TL vs. 1998 Ford Taurus
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 Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1998 Ford Taurus. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Taurus.
Because 2009 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Taurus. (264 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 1998 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TL | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
