2003 Acura TL vs. 2006 Audi S4
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2003 Acura TL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura TL weights approximately 48 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
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, 2006 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura TL. 2003 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura TL | 2006 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | TL | S4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
