2002 Acura CL vs. 2012 Audi S6
To start off, 2012 Audi S6 is newer by 10 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 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S6 (414 HP) has 154 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL.
Because 2012 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S6 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, 2012 Audi S6 (500 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura CL | 2012 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | CL | S6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
