2009 Acura TL vs. 2011 Ford F-250
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Acura TL. (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TL.
Because 2009 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford F-250. 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 F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 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 F-250 | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TL | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
