2007 Acura TL vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Camry 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 97 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Camry. (161 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (316 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | TL | Camry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
