2012 Volkswagen GTD vs. 2006 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTD is newer by 6 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 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TL weights approximately 166 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TL. 2006 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen GTD has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen GTD will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen GTD | 2006 Acura TL | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Acura |
| Model | GTD | TL |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 258 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4213 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1501 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
