2009 Acura TL vs. 2003 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Mark II 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 120 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Mark II.
Because 2003 Toyota Mark II 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, 2003 Toyota Mark II 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 (254 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 2003 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | TL | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
