2009 Acura TL vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Acura TL (344 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-150. (343 Nm). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TL | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
