2009 Acura TL vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 2 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 548 kg more than 2009 Acura TL.
Because 2009 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford E-150. 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, 2011 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | TL | E-150 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2093 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 125 L |