2008 Acura TL vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Outback. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 359 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback 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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Acura | Subaru |
| Model | TL | Outback |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
