2007 Acura TL vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Element would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 540 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
Because 2007 Acura TL 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 2007 Acura TL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element, 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, 2007 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2006 Honda Element | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | TL | Element |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |