2009 Acura RL vs. 2007 Audi A6

To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura RL weights approximately 237 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL 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, 2007 Audi A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RL. (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RL.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Acura RL 2007 Audi A6
Make Acura Audi
Model RL A6
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3664 cc 2976 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 296 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.2:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1852 kg 1615 kg
Vehicle Length 4980 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.8 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.9 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.5 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 73 L 70 L


 

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