2009 Audi RS6 vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,991 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi RS6 (572 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2012 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi RS6 weights approximately 228 kg more than 2012 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 RS6 (650 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi RS6 | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | RS6 | TL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4991 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 572 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
