2008 Acura TL vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2008 Acura TL and 2008 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 111 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 431 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Acura | Opel |
Model | TL | Vectra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |