2008 Acura RL vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura RL would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi S5 weights approximately 175 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.
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, 2012 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RL | 2012 Audi S5 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | RL | S5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 354 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |