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 35 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (265 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 57 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) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (350 Nm). This means 2011 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
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 | 2671 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
