2008 Acura TL vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Outback. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Outback.
Because 2011 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Acura | Subaru |
| Model | TL | Outback |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2741 mm |
