2009 Acura TL vs. 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY
To start off, 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY is newer by 4 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY weights approximately 263 kg more than 2009 Acura TL.
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, 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY | |
Make | Acura | Chrysler |
Model | TL | TOWN & COUNTRY |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2247 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |