2009 Acura TL vs. 1999 Honda Step Wagon

To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Step Wagon 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 183 more horse power than 1999 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 402 kg more than 1999 Honda Step Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Step Wagon. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Step Wagon.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Acura TL 1999 Honda Step Wagon
Make Acura Honda
Model TL Step Wagon
Year Released 2009 1999
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3664 cc 1973 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 306 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 185 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1852 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 4970 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2810 mm


 

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