2000 Acura TL vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (272 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 780 kg more than 2000 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 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 Audi Q7 (400 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura TL | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | TL | Q7 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |