2009 Acura RL vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Acura RL 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 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2010 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A5.
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, 2009 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RL | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | RL | A5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 65 L |