2008 Acura TL vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 994 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 2007 GMC Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 GMC Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | TL | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 2268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |
