2007 Acura TL vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 374 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TL. 2007 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Acura | Hyundai |
Model | TL | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |