2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP) has 139 more horse power than 2011 Acura TL. (305 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 839 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 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg | 2011 Acura TL | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Acura |
| Model | Touareg | TL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2636 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4966 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
