2004 Acura TL vs. 2011 Audi S5
To start off, 2011 Audi S5 is newer by 7 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 Acura TL. (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S5 weights approximately 172 kg more than 2004 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 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, 2011 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TL. (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 2011 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | TL | S5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
