2008 Acura TL vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sportage 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 118 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage. 2008 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | TL | Sportage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
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 | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |