2008 Acura TL vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 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, 2012 Volvo S60 (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2008 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 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, 2012 Volvo S60 (479 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Acura | Volvo |
Model | TL | S60 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 479 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
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 | 1759 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |