2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 390 kg more than 2013 Acura TL.
Because 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Tahoe | TL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
