2008 Acura TL vs. 2007 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Buick Park Avenue 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 85 more horse power than 2007 Buick Park Avenue. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 439 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
Because 2008 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Buick Park Avenue. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Park Avenue. (265 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Park Avenue. 2007 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2008 Acura TL has manual transmission. 2008 Acura TL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2007 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | TL | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3009 mm |