2006 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (384 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2013 Acura TL. (279 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 250 kg more than 2013 Acura TL. 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 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 280 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TL. (343 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Acura |
| Model | S | TL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 384 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 280 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
