2008 Acura TL vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura TL would be higher. 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 197 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 414 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | TL | iQ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 32 L |
