2006 Acura TL vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TL weights approximately 609 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Mustang 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 2009 Ford Mustang. 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura TL | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | TL | Mustang |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3212 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |