2006 Acura RL vs. 2006 Audi A8

To start off, both 2006 Acura RL and 2006 Audi A8 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Audi A8. (256 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2006 Acura RL.

Because 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL 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, 2006 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A8. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A8.

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