2005 Acura TL vs. 2010 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 5 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 70 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen GTI. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TL weights approximately 237 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen GTI. 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, 2005 Acura TL (323 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen GTI. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen GTI. 2005 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen GTI has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen GTI 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 | 2010 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | TL | GTI |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 280 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4211 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |