2004 Acura TL vs. 2003 Audi LeMans
To start off, 2004 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi LeMans. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi LeMans would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Audi LeMans is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi LeMans (601 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 2004 Acura TL. (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi LeMans should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TL weights approximately 48 kg more than 2003 Audi LeMans.
Because 2003 Audi LeMans is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi LeMans 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, 2003 Audi LeMans (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TL. (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi LeMans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 2003 Audi LeMans | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | TL | LeMans |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 601 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
