2001 Acura EL vs. 2001 Audi RS4
To start off, both 2001 Acura EL and 2001 Audi RS4 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi RS4 (377 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2001 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi RS4 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2001 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi RS4 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, 2001 Audi RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura EL | 2001 Audi RS4 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | EL | RS4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1666 cc | 2671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 377 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 449 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |