2007 Acura TL vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 124 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.

Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TL.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Acura TL 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Acura Mercedes-Benz
Model TL E
Year Released 2007 2009
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3201 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 258 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 316 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 92.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.1 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1326 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 9.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 80 L


 

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