2001 Acura TL vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura TL weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura TL | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | TL | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |