2000 Acura RL vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura RL would be higher. At 5,203 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2000 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2000 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Acura RL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura RL | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | RL | A6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 5203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 12.5:1 |
| 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 | 1675 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
