2006 Acura TL vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 4 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 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 2010 Audi A5 (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TL. 2010 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 2006 Acura TL has manual transmission. 2006 Acura TL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TL | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | TL | A5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
