2009 Acura TL vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 158 kg more than 2009 Acura TL.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (370 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | TL | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |