2007 Acura TL vs. 2011 Lexus LX
To start off, 2011 Lexus LX 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Acura TL. (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LX weights approximately 1319 kg more than 2007 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Lexus LX (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2011 Lexus LX | |
Make | Acura | Lexus |
Model | TL | LX |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4991 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 93 L |