2007 Acura TL vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 248 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit. 2007 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2012 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2012 Honda Fit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Acura TL | 2012 Honda Fit | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | TL | Fit |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |