2000 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 345 kg more than 2000 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | A4 | TL |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
