2001 Acura TL vs. 2002 Audi A6
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2002 Audi A6. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2001 Acura TL.
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, 2002 Audi A6 (311 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura TL | 2002 Audi A6 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | TL | A6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |