2004 Acura RSX vs. 2007 Audi A8
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura RSX would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2004 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura RSX.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 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, 2007 Audi A8 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura RSX. 2007 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2004 Acura RSX has manual transmission. 2004 Acura RSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Acura RSX | 2007 Audi A8 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | RSX | A8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |