2007 Acura TL vs. 2007 Audi A3
To start off, both 2007 Acura TL and 2007 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 58 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
Because 2007 Audi A3 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, 2007 Audi A3 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 (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2007 Audi A3 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | TL | A3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |