2007 Acura TL vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Vectra 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 186 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 90 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (205 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. 2007 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2003 Vauxhall Vectra has manual transmission. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra 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 | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Acura | Vauxhall |
Model | TL | Vectra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |