1999 Acura TL vs. 2003 Audi A6
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 4 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1999 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A6 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, 2003 Audi A6 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, 2003 Audi A6 (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura TL | 2003 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | TL | A6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2669 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
