2009 Acura TL vs. 2010 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2010 Toyota RAV4 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2010 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota RAV4.
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 (254 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 2010 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | TL | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |