2007 Acura TL vs. 2004 Audi A6
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 A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 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 39 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 322 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Audi A6 (350 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TL. (347 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 2004 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | TL | A6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
