2006 Acura TL vs. 1999 Audi A4
To start off, 2006 Acura TL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TL weights approximately 255 kg more than 1999 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TL | 1999 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | TL | A4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
