Acura TL vs Audi A8
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
1999 Audi A8
Overview
| Spec | Acura TLBase | Audi A8Base |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | Base |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2014 | 1999 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura TLBase | Audi A8Base |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $36,030 | $0 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | — | $32,423 (best) |
| Median listing price | — | $41,700 (best) |
| Highest listing price | — | $56,423 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 4 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura TLBase | Audi A8Base |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| City MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 15 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 24 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal | 23.7 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Acura TLBase | Audi A8Base |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 280 hp (best) | 230 hp |
| Torque | 254 lb-ft (best) | 235 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.5 L | 3.7 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura TLBase | Audi A8Base |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats (best) | — |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13.1 cu ft | 18 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,726 lbs | 3,682 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 6.1 in (best) | 4.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 113 in (best) |
| Length | 194 in | 198.2 in (best) |
| Width | 74 in | 74 in |
| Height | 57.2 in (best) | 56.7 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura TLBase | Audi A8Base |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 3 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 3 (best) | 4 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura TL | Audi A8 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $36,030 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Special Edition $37,530 MSRP | — |
| 3 | SH-AWD $39,580 MSRP | — |
| 4 | SH-AWD $43,310 MSRP | — |
| 5 | SH-AWD $43,310 MSRP | — |
| 6 | SH-AWD $45,510 MSRP | — |
| 7 | Technology Package $39,760 MSRP | — |
| 8 | Advance Package $41,960 MSRP | — |
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Acura TL vs Audi A8 FAQ
- Which is better: 2014 Acura TL or 1999 Audi A8?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2014 Acura TL vs 1999 Audi A8 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2014 Acura TL or 1999 Audi A8?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 1999 Audi A8 starts lower at $0. Live Audi A8 listings start at $32,423.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2014 Acura TL or 1999 Audi A8?
- The 1999 Audi A8 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (0).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2014 Acura TL or 1999 Audi A8?
- The 2014 Acura TL leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (23).
- Which has better horsepower: 2014 Acura TL or 1999 Audi A8?
- The 2014 Acura TL leads on horsepower in this comparison (305).
- Which has better seats: 2014 Acura TL or 1999 Audi A8?
- The 2014 Acura TL leads on seats in this comparison (5).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2014 Acura TL vs 1999 Audi A8?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Acura TL (4/5 NHTSA overall).