2007 Acura TL vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 298 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 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | TL | CC |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |