2008 Acura TL vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 852 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | TL | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |