2006 Acura TL vs. 2007 Audi RS4
To start off, 2007 Audi RS4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura TL would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2006 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura TL.
Because 2007 Audi RS4 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, 2007 Audi RS4 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, 2007 Audi RS4 (431 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TL | 2007 Audi RS4 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | TL | RS4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
