2003 Acura TL vs. 2006 Audi Q7
To start off, 2006 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Acura TL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 666 kg more than 2003 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 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, 2006 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura TL | 2006 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | TL | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
