2005 Acura TL vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Acura TL. (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TL weights approximately 125 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
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, 2013 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TL. (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TL. 2013 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2005 Acura TL has manual transmission. 2005 Acura TL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura TL | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | TL | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3209 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1299 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |