2000 Acura RL vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 10 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura RL weights approximately 75 kg more than 2010 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura RL | 2010 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | RL | A4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
