2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL 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, 2012 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (299 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Monte Carlo | TL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
