2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (279 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 62 kg more than 2013 Acura TL.
Because 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL 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 Acura TL (343 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Monte Carlo | TL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 96 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 | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
