2007 Acura TL vs. 2006 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Sonata 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 124 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 50 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2006 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Acura | Hyundai |
Model | TL | Sonata |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |