2008 Acura TSX vs. 2006 Audi A6
To start off, 2008 Acura TSX 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2008 Acura TSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TSX | 2006 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | TSX | A6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
