2007 Acura TL vs. 2009 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Eos 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 110 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 140 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, 2007 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. 2007 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Eos has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Eos 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 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | TL | Eos |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
