2005 Acura TL vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 4 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Acura TL. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 637 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 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (439 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TL. (323 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura TL | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | TL | Touareg |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 439 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |