2009 Acura TL vs. 2004 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 Acura TL.
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, 2009 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 2004 Audi A4 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | TL | A4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3122 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |