2008 Acura TL vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Element 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 120 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element.
Because 2008 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Element. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2007 Honda Element | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | TL | Element |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |