2009 Acura TL vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Cayman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Cayman would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (242 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayman 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 Porsche Cayman. 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 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (254 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL. 2009 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Acura | Porsche |
| Model | TL | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
