2006 Audi A8 vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2002 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 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 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | A8 | CL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4134 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
