2009 Acura TL vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Element 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 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element.
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, 2009 Acura TL (254 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 2008 Honda Element | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | TL | Element |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |