2007 Acura RL vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 6 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 775 kg more than 2007 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RL. (348 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RL | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | RL | Tundra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1935 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 100 L |