2009 Acura RL vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A4 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 96 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura RL weights approximately 677 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. 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, 2008 Audi A4 (282 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RL. (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RL | 2008 Audi A4 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | RL | A4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 282 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 63 L |