2009 Acura TL vs. 2011 Ford F-350
To start off, 2011 Ford F-350 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-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2009 Acura TL. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TL.
Because 2011 Ford F-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (254 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-350 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-350 | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | TL | F-350 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |