2004 Audi S4 vs. 2010 Acura TL
To start off, 2010 Acura TL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura TL weights approximately 77 kg more than 2004 Audi S4.
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, 2004 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura TL. 2010 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 2010 Acura TL | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | S4 | TL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4966 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
