2007 Acura RL vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 347 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RL. (347 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RL | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | RL | Touareg |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 280 HP |
Torque | 347 Nm | 361 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 100 L |