2002 Acura TL vs. 2002 Audi A8
To start off, both 2002 Acura TL and 2002 Audi A8 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 Acura TL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 216 kg more than 2002 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 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, 2002 Audi A8 (360 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura TL. (315 Nm). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura TL | 2002 Audi A8 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | TL | A8 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3212 cc | 3697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 360 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |