2005 Acura RL vs. 2004 Audi A6
To start off, 2005 Acura RL is newer by 1 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (220 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura RL weights approximately 47 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 2005 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Acura RL (353 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RL | 2004 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | RL | A6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1807 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
