2007 Acura TL vs. 2007 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 2007 Acura TL and 2007 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2007 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL, 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 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | TL | Corvette |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 398 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |