2006 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Acura TSX
To start off, 2010 Acura TSX 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura TSX weights approximately 147 kg more than 2006 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 Audi A4 (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura TSX. (233 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2010 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | A4 | TSX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
