2008 Acura TL vs. 2010 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2010 Toyota Yaris 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 180 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 403 kg more than 2010 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL 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 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2010 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | TL | Yaris |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1689 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |