2006 Audi S4 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 S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Acura RL. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RL weights approximately 574 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
Because 2010 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi S4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi S4 | 2010 Acura RL | |
Make | Audi | Acura |
Model | S4 | RL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4971 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |