2006 Acura TL vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TL weights approximately 225 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TL | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Acura | Porsche |
| Model | TL | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2475 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
