2009 Toyota Highlander vs. 2004 Acura TL
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Acura TL. (267 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 106 kg more than 2004 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TL. (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Highlander | 2004 Acura TL | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Highlander | TL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |
