2009 Acura TL vs. 2006 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2009 Acura TL. (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 402 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Because 2009 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ferrari F430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL 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 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 2006 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Acura | Ferrari |
Model | TL | F430 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 4309 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |