2009 Acura TL vs. 2007 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 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 (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 222 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL 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, 2009 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 2007 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | TL | A4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| 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 | 306 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
