2006 Acura TL vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TL weights approximately 145 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TL | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Acura | Subaru |
| Model | TL | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
