2007 Acura TL vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 6 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford EDGE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford EDGE (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Acura TL. (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford EDGE weights approximately 622 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 2013 Ford EDGE 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, 2013 Ford EDGE 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, 2013 Ford EDGE (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford EDGE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | TL | EDGE |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2022 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4679 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2223 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |