2007 Acura RL vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2007 Acura RL.
Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Acura RL (348 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 2008 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | RL | A6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3101 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
