2003 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 105 kg more than 2003 Audi A4.
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 Audi A4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A4 | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | A4 | TL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
