2006 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2013 Acura TL. (279 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2013 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TL. (343 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | A8 | TL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
