2007 Acura TL vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester. 2007 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Forester 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 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | TL | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |