2007 Acura TL vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna 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 20 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 48 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sienna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Sienna. (333 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Sienna. 2008 Toyota Sienna 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. 2008 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | TL | Sienna |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |