2006 Acura TL vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 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) has 88 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TL weights approximately 51 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester. 2012 Subaru Forester 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. 2012 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura TL | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | TL | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3212 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 316 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |