2007 Acura TL vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Acura TL. (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 691 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 Mercedes-Benz S is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | TL | S |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2091 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |