2006 Pontiac SV 6 vs. 1999 Acura TL
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac SV 6. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac SV 6.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac SV 6. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac SV 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | 1999 Acura TL | |
| Make | Pontiac | Acura |
| Model | SV 6 | TL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |
