2010 Audi A5 vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi A5 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 40 kg more than 2010 Audi A5.
Because 2012 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL 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 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi A5 | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | A5 | TL |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
