2008 Acura TL vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (189 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 452 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | TL | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
