2007 Acura TL vs. 2001 Acura Integra
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura Integra 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 120 more horse power than 2001 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 280 kg more than 2001 Acura Integra. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 2001 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Acura | Acura |
| Model | TL | Integra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
