2008 Acura RL vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, both 2008 Acura RL and 2008 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 40 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 116 kg more than 2008 Acura RL.
Because 2008 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL 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, 2008 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RL | 2008 Audi A4 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | RL | A4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |