2002 Acura TL vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2002 Acura TL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 121 kg more than 2002 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura TL. (315 Nm). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura TL | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | TL | 911 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3212 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 370 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |