2006 Acura TL vs. 2003 Chrysler Airflite
To start off, 2006 Acura TL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Airflite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Airflite would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Airflite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Airflite weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Acura TL.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (341 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TL. (316 Nm). This means 2003 Chrysler Airflite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TL | 2003 Chrysler Airflite | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | TL | Airflite |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
