2007 Acura TL vs. 2007 Ford Mustang
To start off, both 2007 Acura TL and 2007 Ford Mustang were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TL.
Because 2007 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. 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 Ford Mustang (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TL. 2007 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Mustang 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.
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2007 Acura TL | 2007 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | TL | Mustang |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 105.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |