2008 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 620 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2012 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2012 Acura TL | |
Make | Honda | Acura |
Model | Civic | TL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |