2005 Acura CL vs. 2006 Audi S6
To start off, 2006 Audi S6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura CL would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S6 (420 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2005 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura CL.
Because 2006 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S6 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, 2006 Audi S6 (732 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura CL | 2006 Audi S6 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | CL | S6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 732 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |