2007 Acura TL vs. 2005 Lexus RX
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus RX 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 85 more horse power than 2005 Lexus RX. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus RX weights approximately 510 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus RX. (283 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 2005 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Acura | Lexus |
| Model | TL | RX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1910 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
