2001 Acura RL vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 10 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, 2011 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2001 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 195 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.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura RL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 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, 2011 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura RL | 2011 Audi A6 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | RL | A6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |