2008 Acura RL vs. 2007 Audi TT
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 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 43 more horse power than 2007 Audi TT. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi TT weights approximately 216 kg more than 2008 Acura RL.
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 @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RL | 2007 Audi TT | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | RL | TT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |
