2004 Acura TL vs. 2009 Audi A5
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TL weights approximately 684 kg more than 2009 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 (330 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TL. (324 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 2009 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | TL | A5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1579 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
