2006 Acura TL vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 978 kg more than 2006 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TL. 2010 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2006 Acura TL has manual transmission. 2006 Acura TL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura TL | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | TL | F-150 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3212 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2553 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5885 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2004 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1935 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 136 L |