2009 Acura TL vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, both 2009 Acura TL and 2009 Ford Expedition were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 306 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Because 2009 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Expedition. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Expedition. (365 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TL | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |
