2006 Acura TL vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2006 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TL weights approximately 135 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TL | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | TL | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
