2009 Acura RL vs. 2005 Audi Allroad
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Audi Allroad. (271 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura RL weights approximately 952 kg more than 2005 Audi Allroad. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RL. (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 2005 Audi Allroad | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | RL | Allroad |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
