2004 Acura TL vs. 2006 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avalon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Acura TL. (267 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TL weights approximately 222 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avalon.
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, 2006 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TL. (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TL. 2006 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2004 Acura TL has manual transmission. 2004 Acura TL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura TL | 2006 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | TL | Avalon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 323 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |