2009 Acura TL vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 905 kg more than 2009 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | TL | Q7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |