2009 Acura TL vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2009 Acura TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
Model | TL | Outlander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |