2007 Acura TL vs. 2005 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 140 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, 2007 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 2005 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | TL | A6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2496 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1590 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
