2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1999 Acura TL
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1999 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura TL weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche 911 | 1999 Acura TL | |
Make | Porsche | Acura |
Model | 911 | TL |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3823 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |