2005 Acura TL vs. 1994 Porsche 993
To start off, 2005 Acura TL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Acura TL. (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TL weights approximately 155 kg more than 1994 Porsche 993.
Because 1994 Porsche 993 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 1994 Porsche 993. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1994 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TL. (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TL | 1994 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Acura | Porsche |
| Model | TL | 993 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3209 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
