2009 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Acura RL
To start off, 2010 Acura RL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RL weights approximately 922 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL 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, 2010 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2010 Acura RL | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | A4 | RL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
