2007 Acura TL vs. 2013 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Elantra 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. (146 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 145 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. (178 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 2013 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | TL | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
