2001 Acura RL vs. 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro
To start off, 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura RL would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro (591 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 2001 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RL weights approximately 775 kg more than 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro.
Because 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura RL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro 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, 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | RL | Nuvolari Quattro |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 591 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2900 mm |
