Fusion or Acura TL?

Oct 3rd, 2012 5:20 pm

#1

jedi99 [OP]: Newbie; Aug 26, 2012; 67 posts; London

Oct 3rd, 2012 5:20 pm

Hi: I’m still in the research mode planning to buy though in the next 2-3 weeks just had to get the $$$$ together (minor detail, LOL). After alot of reading, still leaning towards a 2011 Ford Fusion SEL V-6. However now thinking about a 2007-2008 Acura TL as either car will have between 65,000-85,000km’s on them which would be a better choice to have for say 5-6 years? If I go with the TL what problems do they have (Like say transmission, etc?) also what about parts cost for both cars/availability? Thanks as usual!!!

Share:

Oct 3rd, 2012 5:38 pm

#2

Poulet: Deal Addict; Sep 2, 2006; 2369 posts; 622 upvotes; Orleans

Oct 3rd, 2012 5:38 pm

TL = premium gas

Oct 3rd, 2012 6:05 pm

#3

poedua: Deal Expert; May 8, 2005; 31842 posts; 1326 upvotes

Oct 3rd, 2012 6:05 pm

Fusion

" The placebo effect is the most powerful supplement of all "
" The pain of discipline weighs ounces, the pain of neglect weighs tons "
" The best training in the world can't overcome a lousy diet "
TRAIN HARD !!!!

Oct 3rd, 2012 6:53 pm

#4

LP670SV: Newbie; Oct 15, 2011; 81 posts; 12 upvotes; VANCOUVER

Oct 3rd, 2012 6:53 pm

As long as you buy 07+ TL's then you should be fine transmission wise. IMO the TL will be the more refined/luxury car between the two.

Parts cost might be a bit more than the Ford but then again its an Acura which is a Honda which you know never breaks down.

Oct 3rd, 2012 8:07 pm

#5

Badman: Deal Fanatic; Aug 4, 2005; 7843 posts; 366 upvotes; Brampton

Oct 3rd, 2012 8:07 pm

If buying the Fusion used then buy the Acura TL. Better car.

Oct 3rd, 2012 11:20 pm

#6

da335: Jr. Member; Jun 4, 2009; 101 posts; 5 upvotes

Oct 3rd, 2012 11:20 pm

Definitely TL.

Oct 3rd, 2012 11:29 pm

#7

Poulet: Deal Addict; Sep 2, 2006; 2369 posts; 622 upvotes; Orleans

Oct 3rd, 2012 11:29 pm

If Fusion is new, Fusion, unless you like a surprise box

Oct 3rd, 2012 11:36 pm

#8

djemzine: Moderator; Jun 15, 2011; 38844 posts; 5662 upvotes; King City

Oct 3rd, 2012 11:36 pm

Acura TL. Japanese cars tend to have a better reliability IMHO.

The One and Only and Proud to be an Indian.
If I helped in any way, click that cool little "Thanks" button.
____________________________________
RFD Twitter Chat wins: Keurig Mini Brewer, $25 Cara GC, RFD travel and ceramic mug

Oct 4th, 2012 12:00 am

#9

DJ_Peanuts22: Deal Expert; Feb 26, 2004; 26999 posts; 4287 upvotes

Oct 4th, 2012 12:00 am

Acura TL Type-S

Oct 4th, 2012 2:05 am

#10

240silvia: Banned; Aug 8, 2012; 1115 posts; 83 upvotes; Dallas, Texas.

Oct 4th, 2012 2:05 am

I would have to back the TL.

Oct 4th, 2012 8:53 am

#11

Demon_Twinz: Sr. Member; Sep 9, 2003; 874 posts; 80 upvotes

Oct 4th, 2012 8:53 am

Tl +

feedback: http://www.howardforums.com/showthread.php?t=657823
ebay feedback : demon_twinz
heatware ID: demon_twinz99

Oct 4th, 2012 11:28 am

#12

mr_raider: Deal Expert; Feb 29, 2008; 20711 posts; 2289 upvotes; Montreal

Oct 4th, 2012 11:28 am

djemzine wrote: ↑
Oct 3rd, 2012 11:36 pm
Acura TL. Japanese cars tend to have a better reliability IMHO.

Yes. But 2011 cars tend to still have a warranty.

Oct 4th, 2012 11:41 am

#13

Cerenity: Deal Addict; Dec 11, 2007; 1813 posts; 360 upvotes; Markham

Oct 4th, 2012 11:41 am

TL but def make sure you stay with 2007 or 2008. anything after 2008 looks like crap >

and pre 2007 has some issues as mentioned.

maybe im biased? just got a 2008 TL-S in ASM 3 months ago lol

Oct 4th, 2012 12:13 pm

#14

lexani: Deal Addict; Apr 4, 2007; 2133 posts; 125 upvotes; GTA

Oct 4th, 2012 12:13 pm

Cerenity wrote: ↑
Oct 4th, 2012 11:41 am
TL but def make sure you stay with 2007 or 2008. anything after 2008 looks like crap > and pre 2007 has some issues as mentioned.

maybe im biased? just got a 2008 TL-S in ASM 3 months ago lol

Wasn't there a recall on the Type-S engine?

Oct 4th, 2012 12:39 pm

#15

djemzine: Moderator; Jun 15, 2011; 38844 posts; 5662 upvotes; King City

Oct 4th, 2012 12:39 pm

mr_raider wrote: ↑
Oct 4th, 2012 11:28 am
Yes. But 2011 cars tend to still have a warranty.

Of course but I was mentioning "long term" reliability

The One and Only and Proud to be an Indian.
If I helped in any way, click that cool little "Thanks" button.
____________________________________
RFD Twitter Chat wins: Keurig Mini Brewer, $25 Cara GC, RFD travel and ceramic mug