2007 Acura TL vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 850 kg more than 2008 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano. 2007 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Nano has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Nano 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 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Acura | Tata |
| Model | TL | Nano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 37 L |
