2008 Acura TL vs. 2003 Audi RS6
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 332 kg more than 2008 Acura TL. 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, 2003 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL. 2008 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2003 Audi RS6 has manual transmission. 2003 Audi RS6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2003 Audi RS6 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | TL | RS6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 21.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |
