2001 Acura TL vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2001 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 45 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | TL | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |