2003 Acura CL vs. 2003 Audi A6
To start off, both 2003 Acura CL and 2003 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Audi A6. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A6. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura CL | 2003 Audi A6 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | CL | A6 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |