2006 Acura TL vs. 2002 Acura TL
To start off, 2006 Acura TL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura TL would be higher. Both 2006 Acura TL and 2002 Acura TL are equipped with a 3,212 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Acura TL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura TL weights approximately 39 kg more than 2006 Acura TL.
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 Acura TL (316 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura TL. (315 Nm). This means 2006 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura TL. 2002 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2006 Acura TL has manual transmission. 2006 Acura TL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TL | 2002 Acura TL | |
| Make | Acura | Acura |
| Model | TL | TL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 3212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 315 Nm |
| 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 | 1575 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
