2007 Acura TL vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | TL | Impreza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |