2009 Acura TL vs. 2009 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2009 Acura TL and 2009 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 830 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Acura TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fiesta. 2009 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Acura TL | 2009 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | TL | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1022 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |