2007 Acura TL vs. 2004 Audi A4
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (220 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
Because 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 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 TL (347 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4. 2007 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Acura TL | 2004 Audi A4 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | TL | A4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |