2009 Acura TL vs. 2005 Audi S8
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S8.
Because 2005 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S8 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, 2005 Audi S8 (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (254 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 2005 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | TL | S8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
