2006 Volkswagen Transporter vs. 2010 Acura TL
To start off, 2010 Acura TL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Transporter would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura TL (305 HP) has 201 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.
Because 2010 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. 2010 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Transporter has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | 2010 Acura TL | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Acura |
| Model | Transporter | TL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4966 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
