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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Audi A4 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (254 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL. 2009 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Acura TL | 2007 Audi A4 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | TL | A4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |