2007 Acura TSX vs. 2006 Acura RL
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TSX.
Because 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL 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 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TSX. 2006 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2007 Acura TSX has manual transmission. 2007 Acura TSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 2006 Acura RL | |
| Make | Acura | Acura |
| Model | TSX | RL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 73 L |
