2006 Acura TL vs. 2000 Audi A4
To start off, 2006 Acura TL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 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 108 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TL weights approximately 120 kg more than 2000 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 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 TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TL | 2000 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | TL | A4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |
