2007 Acura TL vs. 2002 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2002 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 300 kg more than 2002 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Acura TL 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 2007 Acura TL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Fusion, 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, 2007 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Fusion. 2007 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Fusion has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Fusion 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.
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2007 Acura TL | 2002 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | TL | Fusion |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |