2008 Acura RL vs. 2006 Audi Allroad
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Allroad (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Allroad weights approximately 285 kg more than 2008 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Audi Allroad (380 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RL | 2006 Audi Allroad | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | RL | Allroad |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
