2007 Acura TL vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2007 Acura TL and 2007 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 197 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta. 2007 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TL | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
