2007 Acura TL vs. 2002 Toyota FCHV 5
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota FCHV 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 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 68 more horse power than 2002 Toyota FCHV 5. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota FCHV 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 weights approximately 251 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
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 Toyota FCHV 5, 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, 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 (353 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TL. (316 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | TL | FCHV 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2981 cc |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1701 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 2720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
