2008 Acura TL vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, both 2008 Acura TL and 2008 Volvo XC70 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 73 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC70. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC70.
Because 2008 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 (542 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL. 2008 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2008 Volvo XC70 has manual transmission. 2008 Volvo XC70 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 | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | TL | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2770 mm |
