2008 Acura TL vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
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 RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 228 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | TL | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |