2007 Acura TL vs. 2012 Ford Flex
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Flex weights approximately 628 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2012 Ford Flex | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | TL | Flex |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2995 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 | 70 L |