2000 Acura RL vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 9 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2000 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura RL.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A6 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | RL | A6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 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 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
