2009 Acura TL vs. 1999 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Durango.
Because 1999 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Durango 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, 1999 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (254 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 1999 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | TL | Durango |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2950 mm |
