2007 Acura TL vs. 2009 Audi RS6
To start off, 2009 Audi RS6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura TL would be higher. At 4,991 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi RS6 (572 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 2007 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi RS6 weights approximately 578 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 2009 Audi RS6 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, 2009 Audi RS6 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, 2009 Audi RS6 (650 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 2009 Audi RS6 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | TL | RS6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 572 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
