2005 Acura RL vs. 2005 Audi RS6
To start off, both 2005 Acura RL and 2005 Audi RS6 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2005 Acura RL. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura RL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 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 Audi RS6 (560 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RL. (353 Nm). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RL | 2005 Audi RS6 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | RL | RS6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 560 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 82 L |