2007 Acura TL vs. 2012 Lexus ES
To start off, 2012 Lexus ES 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 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Lexus ES. (268 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus ES weights approximately 235 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 Lexus ES. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2012 Lexus ES | |
Make | Acura | Lexus |
Model | TL | ES |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
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 | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |