2006 Acura TL vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2006 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 565 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Cayenne (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 Cayenne | |
| Make | Acura | Porsche |
| Model | TL | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2895 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
