2008 Acura TL vs. 2006 Audi A6
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 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 31 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 428 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
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 TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2006 Audi A6 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | TL | A6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |