2008 Acura RL vs. 2004 Audi TT
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi TT would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Audi TT. (225 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi TT.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Acura RL (347 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi TT. (281 Nm). This means 2008 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RL | 2004 Audi TT | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | RL | TT |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1754 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 281 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 62 L |