2007 Acura TL vs. 1999 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1999 Kia Clarus. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 200 kg more than 1999 Kia Clarus. 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, 2007 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Clarus. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Clarus. 2007 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1999 Kia Clarus has manual transmission. 1999 Kia Clarus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 1999 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | TL | Clarus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
