2007 Acura TL vs. 2009 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2009 Suzuki XL7 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 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki XL7. (252 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 240 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 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2009 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Acura | Suzuki |
Model | TL | XL7 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |