2009 Ford Edge vs. 2006 Acura TL
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TL weights approximately 609 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Edge | 2006 Acura TL | |
Make | Ford | Acura |
Model | Edge | TL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3212 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 258 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |