2005 Acura TL vs. 2006 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avalon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TL (270 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Avalon. (268 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TL weights approximately 258 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avalon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TL. (323 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura TL | 2006 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | TL | Avalon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 323 Nm | 336 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |