2007 Acura TL vs. 2003 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Ipsum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Ipsum would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Ipsum. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Ipsum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 390 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
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 (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Ipsum. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Ipsum.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2003 Toyota Ipsum | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | TL | Ipsum |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |