2009 Acura TL vs. 1999 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Avalon. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Avalon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1999 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (254 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 1999 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | TL | Avalon |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |