2008 Acura TL vs. 2003 Avanti Studebaker
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 5,952 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1401 kg more than 2008 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker 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, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2003 Avanti Studebaker | |
| Make | Acura | Avanti |
| Model | TL | Studebaker |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 2675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3410 mm |
