2005 Acura TL vs. 2007 Honda Legend
To start off, 2007 Honda Legend is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Acura TL. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Legend weights approximately 307 kg more than 2005 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Legend is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Legend 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, 2007 Honda Legend (351 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TL. (323 Nm). This means 2007 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura TL | 2007 Honda Legend | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | TL | Legend |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 351 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 73 L |