2007 Acura TL vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 760 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.

Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. 2007 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2003 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Acura TL 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Acura Volkswagen
Model TL Touareg
Year Released 2007 2003
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3201 cc 3189 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 258 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 316 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.1 mm 95.9 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 2210 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 100 L


 

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