2007 Acura RL vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Acura RL. 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RL. (347 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RL | 2013 Audi A6 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | RL | A6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89 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 | 1575 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2086 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2912 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |