2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2013 Acura TL. (279 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 653 kg more than 2013 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TL. (343 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Durango | 2013 Acura TL | |
Make | Dodge | Acura |
Model | Durango | TL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1452 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |