2009 Acura TL vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo V70 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 69 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V70. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V70.
Because 2008 Volvo V70 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, 2008 Volvo V70 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, 2008 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (254 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | TL | V70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
