2007 Acura TL vs. 2002 Audi A8
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Acura TL. (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2007 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 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, 2002 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 2002 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | TL | A8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 17.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |
