2008 Acura TSX vs. 2001 Audi A6

To start off, 2008 Acura TSX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 266 kg more than 2008 Acura TSX.

Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 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, 2001 Audi A6 (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TSX. 2008 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2008 Acura TSX 2001 Audi A6
Make Acura Audi
Model TSX A6
Year Released 2008 2001
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2352 cc 1799 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 205 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 222 Nm 235 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1274 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 70 L