2002 Acura TL vs. 2007 Audi S4
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 5 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2002 Acura TL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura TL.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura TL. (315 Nm). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura TL. 2002 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura TL | 2007 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | TL | S4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 341 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
