2005 Acura TL vs. 2003 Audi A6
To start off, 2005 Acura TL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,209 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Audi A6. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Acura TL.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 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 TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A6. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TL | 2003 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | TL | A6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3209 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
