2006 Acura TL vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Venza. (179 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Acura TL.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TL. 2013 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Acura TL | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | TL | Venza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3212 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |