2007 Acura TL vs. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 392 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
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, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | |
Make | Acura | Hyundai |
Model | TL | Veracruz |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 348 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 78 L |