2007 Acura TL vs. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse

To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 5 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), 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. (281 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 713 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, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse (360 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TL.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Acura TL 2012 Chevrolet Traverse
Make Acura Chevrolet
Model TL Traverse
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Sedan Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3471 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 286 HP 281 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 347 Nm 360 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 2113 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 5207 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1991 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1849 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 3020 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.6 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.5 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 83 L