2006 Acura TL vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura TL 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 20 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton. (238 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 501 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton. (315 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TL | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | TL | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
