2011 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 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, 2011 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi A6 | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | A6 | CL |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4934 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1519 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2833 mm | 2580 mm |
