2007 Acura TL vs. 2011 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2011 Jeep Compass 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Compass weights approximately 28 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Compass. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2011 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Acura | Jeep |
Model | TL | Compass |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4404 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1656 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |