2011 Ford F-150 vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2013 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 579 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.
Because 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TL. 2011 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2013 Acura TL has manual transmission. 2013 Acura TL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford F-150 | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | F-150 | TL |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2379 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
