2004 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Acura RL
To start off, 2011 Acura RL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RL weights approximately 312 kg more than 2004 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura RL 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 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6. 2011 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2011 Acura RL | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | A6 | RL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
