2007 Acura MDX vs. 2008 Acura TL
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (286 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX 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 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura MDX | 2008 Acura TL | |
Make | Acura | Acura |
Model | MDX | TL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 65 L |