2008 Acura RL vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. (273 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 82 kg more than 2008 Acura RL.
Because 2008 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RL | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | RL | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 100 L |