2007 Acura TL vs. 2011 Kia Optima
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima 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 120 more horse power than 2011 Kia Optima. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Optima weights approximately 183 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 (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Optima. (209 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2011 Kia Optima | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | TL | Optima |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |