2008 Acura TL vs. 2008 GMC Envoy
To start off, both 2008 Acura TL and 2008 GMC Envoy were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (286 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1161 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 2008 GMC Envoy 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, 2008 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy (436 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2008 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Acura | GMC |
Model | TL | Envoy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 347 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 10.7 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 | 83 L |