Difference between 99 4spd and 00-03 5spd
10-13-2008, 09:47 PM
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Difference between 99 4spd and 00-03 5spd
Hello everyone!
I'm new to the forum and I'm looking into getting a 2nd Gen TL. I used to have a 98 2.5TL and loved it, but always wanted the 2nd gen bodystyle. I was wondering if there is a big difference in mpg and performance between the 99 4spd trans and the 00-03 5spd trans. I have read they dropped the 4spd and introduced the 5spd for better gas mileage and acceleration but not sure if it was a huge change. Also, if I found a 99 TL with tranny issues, could I replace it with a 5spd tranny? Would I need a 00-03 ecu with the map readings for the trans?
Thanks for all replies!!!
I'm new to the forum and I'm looking into getting a 2nd Gen TL. I used to have a 98 2.5TL and loved it, but always wanted the 2nd gen bodystyle. I was wondering if there is a big difference in mpg and performance between the 99 4spd trans and the 00-03 5spd trans. I have read they dropped the 4spd and introduced the 5spd for better gas mileage and acceleration but not sure if it was a huge change. Also, if I found a 99 TL with tranny issues, could I replace it with a 5spd tranny? Would I need a 00-03 ecu with the map readings for the trans?
Thanks for all replies!!!
10-13-2008, 10:09 PM
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The 4-speed transmission is, statistically, more reliable than the 5-speed. But both transmissions have significant reliability issues. Be sure to review the Tranny Failure Thread before you buy any 2nd gen TL:
https://acurazine.com/forums/2g-tl-problems-fixes-117/tranny-failure-thread-566833/
Other forum members can comment on the power and MPG differences.
The 4-speed transmission is, statistically, more reliable than the 5-speed. But both transmissions have significant reliability issues. Be sure to review the Tranny Failure Thread before you buy any 2nd gen TL:
https://acurazine.com/forums/2g-tl-problems-fixes-117/tranny-failure-thread-566833/
Other forum members can comment on the power and MPG differences.
10-13-2008, 10:23 PM
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I do not believe you'll be able to drop the 5spd in a 99 without series work.
I personally would buy the 5spd over the 4spd. You can pick up 2g TL for cheap. Tranny or not issue.
I personally would buy the 5spd over the 4spd. You can pick up 2g TL for cheap. Tranny or not issue.
10-13-2008, 10:28 PM
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ok, thanks for the replies. I have found a number of 99s and 00s for under and right at 5k which is my limit. I will make sure I get a 00 model for the 5spd tranny. My only hope is that I find one with a decent tranny.
10-13-2008, 10:33 PM
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You're getting a 28K car for $5... even if you have to replace the tranny in the first year, it's hard to find a nicer car for the money. Even civic's in my area go for that much.
10-17-2008, 09:04 PM
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Thats true Rob-2. Thanks for the suggestion DC3328. I see u got the 02-03 tails. Thats the first mod I want to do. Also I see u have the V2. I had one on my RSX Type S, and that thing growled at high rpms. I'd love to get one for the TL I soon hope to get, but I can't find one for under $300. I was lucky enough to get a nicely used one for $100 for the DC5 on ebay.
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