2006 Acura TL vs. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2006 Acura TL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Microbus would be higher. At 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Acura TL.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Microbus 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 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TL | 2002 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | TL | Microbus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
