2007 Acura TL vs. 2011 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 4 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 @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Tucson.
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 @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. (198 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. 2007 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai Tucson has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai Tucson 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.
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2007 Acura TL | 2011 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Acura | Hyundai |
Model | TL | Tucson |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1656 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |