1998 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Audi A6. (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2012 Acura TL.
Because 2012 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1998 Audi A6 (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | A6 | TL |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
