2009 Acura TL vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-150. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 273 kg more than 2009 Acura TL.
Because 2009 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford F-150. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford F-150. (342 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | TL | F-150 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 2125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |