2006 Acura TL vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2006 Acura TL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TL weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Porsche 996.
Because 2003 Porsche 996 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 2003 Porsche 996. 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, 2003 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TL | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Acura | Porsche |
| Model | TL | 996 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
