2007 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Acura RL
To start off, 2010 Acura RL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RL weights approximately 37 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2010 Acura RL | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | A6 | RL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |
