2007 Acura TL vs. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 2 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 100 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 985 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | TL | Colorado |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |