2008 Acura TL vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 5 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) has 78 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 291 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | TL | A5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1383 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
