2008 Acura TL vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2008 Acura TL and 2008 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Outback. (245 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Outback.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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 (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 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 2008 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | TL | Outback |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
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 Length | 4810 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |