2007 Acura RL vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 6 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) has 152 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 73 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. 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, 2007 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RL | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | RL | A3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 347 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |