2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mustang | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Mustang | TL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 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 | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
