2009 Acura TL vs. 1999 Toyota Prius
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 Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Prius 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 179 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Prius. (127 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 237 kg more than 1999 Toyota Prius. 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 Toyota Prius. 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) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Prius. (108 Nm). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 1999 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | TL | Prius |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2440 mm |
