2002 Acura CL vs. 2005 Audi RS6
To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2002 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 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, 2005 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura CL | 2005 Audi RS6 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | CL | RS6 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |