2003 Acura TL vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura TL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 522 kg more than 2003 Acura TL.
Because 2007 Toyota Quantum is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Quantum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Quantum. 2003 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Quantum has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Quantum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura TL | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | TL | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
