2008 Acura TL vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (392 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1358 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Acura | Land Rover |
Model | TL | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 392 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 2632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 88 L |