2009 Acura TL vs. 2008 Acura TL
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura TL would be higher. Both 2009 Acura TL and 2008 Acura TL are equipped with a 3,471 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Acura TL. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 578 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 2008 Acura TL | |
Make | Acura | Acura |
Model | TL | TL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1274 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |