2008 Acura TL vs. 2010 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2010 Toyota RAV4 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 107 more horse power than 2010 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 106 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota RAV4. 2010 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2008 Acura TL has manual transmission. 2008 Acura TL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2010 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | TL | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |