2008 Acura TL vs. 2008 Audi TT
To start off, both 2008 Acura TL and 2008 Audi TT 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 TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Audi TT. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 42 kg more than 2008 Audi TT. 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 2008 Audi TT. 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 2008 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi TT.
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2008 Acura TL | 2008 Audi TT | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | TL | TT |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |