2009 Acura TL vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2009 Acura TL. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TL.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Ram (713 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (254 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Acura | Dodge |
Model | TL | Ram |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 8276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 713 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 26.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |