2007 Acura TL vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 144 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 2007 Acura TL has manual transmission. 2007 Acura TL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | TL | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1683 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
