2001 Acura RL vs. 2007 Audi A8
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 6 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (256 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2001 Acura RL. (205 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2001 Acura RL. 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, 2007 Audi A8 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 2007 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | RL | A8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
