2005 Acura TL vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TL (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TL weights approximately 3 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TL. (323 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TL. 2005 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Acura TL | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | TL | Avensis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 15.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |