2007 Acura TL vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2007 Acura TL and 2007 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2007 Acura TL. (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 590 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 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TL. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2007 Acura TL has manual transmission. 2007 Acura TL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Acura TL | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | TL | E |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |