2005 Audi S4 vs. 2002 Acura RL
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura RL would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP) has 115 more horse power than 2002 Acura RL. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 107 kg more than 2002 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RL. (313 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2002 Acura RL | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | S4 | RL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
