2008 Acura TL vs. 2007 Ford GT 500
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford GT 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford GT 500 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford GT 500 weights approximately 68 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 2008 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford GT 500. 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, 2007 Ford GT 500 (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2007 Ford GT 500 | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TL | GT 500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
