2005 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Acura RL
To start off, 2010 Acura RL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RL weights approximately 82 kg more than 2005 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A8. (360 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2010 Acura RL | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | A8 | RL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |
