2005 Acura TL vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TL (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TL weights approximately 293 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2005 Acura TL (323 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. 2005 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TL | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | TL | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
