2007 Acura TL vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 3 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) has 148 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 80 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (347 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | TL | Civic |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 347 Nm | 174 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 87.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |