2006 Acura TL vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 7 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (284 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 332 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 2013 Ford Taurus 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, 2013 Ford Taurus 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TL. 2013 Ford Taurus 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. 2013 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TL | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TL | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
