2001 Acura CL vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 11 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 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2001 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura CL.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 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, 2012 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura CL. 2001 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura CL | 2012 Audi S4 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | CL | S4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3212 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |