2002 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2013 Acura TL.
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, 2013 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (225 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | A8 | TL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
