2009 Acura TL vs. 2010 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2010 Acura ZDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Acura TL. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TL.
Because 2010 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura ZDX 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, 2010 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (254 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 2010 Acura ZDX | |
Make | Acura | Acura |
Model | TL | ZDX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1595 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |