2007 Acura TL vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 122 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (164 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 358 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 (347 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (248 Nm). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | TL | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 248 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1758 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |