2005 Acura TL vs. 2003 Audi A8
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 A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Acura TL. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 327 kg more than 2005 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A8 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 A8 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, 2003 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TL. (323 Nm). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura TL | 2003 Audi A8 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | TL | A8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 430 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 17.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |