2009 Acura TL vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (177 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6.
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, 2008 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (254 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 2008 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | TL | A6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
