2006 Acura RL vs. 2005 Audi A4
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (320 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RL | 2005 Audi A4 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | RL | A4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |