2008 Acura TL vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 4 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 113 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Forte weights approximately 61 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 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2012 Kia Forte | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | TL | Forte |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |