2002 Acura TL vs. 2003 Audi A8
To start off, 2003 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura TL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Audi A8. (216 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2002 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 Acura TL (315 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A8. (300 Nm). This means 2002 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura TL | 2003 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | TL | A8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1670 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 |
