2008 Acura TL vs. 2005 Audi A3
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 72 kg more than 2005 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL 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 TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2005 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | TL | A3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
