2009 Audi R8 vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi R8 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2011 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 905 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura TL. 2011 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 2011 Acura TL | |
Make | Audi | Acura |
Model | R8 | TL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |