2001 Acura CL vs. 2004 Audi A4
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura CL weights approximately 130 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura CL | 2004 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | CL | A4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
