2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 55 kg more than 2011 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura TL. 2011 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2011 Acura TL | |
| Make | Dodge | Acura |
| Model | Ram | TL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
