2008 Acura TL vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura TL 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 75 more horse power than 2010 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A5.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 2010 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | TL | A5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |