2006 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Acura RL
To start off, 2010 Acura RL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2010 Acura RL.
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 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2010 Acura RL | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | A4 | RL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |
