2006 Hyundai Accent 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 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Accent 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 195 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Accent.
Because 2012 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Accent. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Accent | 2012 Acura TL | |
Make | Hyundai | Acura |
Model | Accent | TL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |