2007 Acura TL vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2001 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TL. (347 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | TL | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
