2007 Acura TL vs. 2004 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Lexus LS. (278 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus LS weights approximately 412 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
Because 2004 Lexus LS 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 2004 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL, 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, 2004 Lexus LS (434 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 2004 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Acura | Lexus |
| Model | TL | LS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 84 L |
