1998 Acura SLX vs. 1998 Audi A4
When comparing the 1998 Acura SLX's and the 1998 Audi A4's specifications and ratings, the 1998 Acura SLX has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 1998 Audi A4 has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 1998 Acura SLX's and the 1998 Audi A4's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1998 Acura SLX’s base engine makes 215 horsepower, and the 1998 Audi A4 base engine makes 150 horsepower. The SLX is rated to deliver an average of 15 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 396 miles. The A4 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 464 miles. This gives the 1998 Audi A4 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 1998 Acura SLX. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 1998 Audi A4 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
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5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
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5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.524505
Acura SLX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Audi A4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.799371 / 10
Reliability:
8.698115 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Acura SLX Rankings
Not yet available
Audi A4 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 21Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 30Ranking
4 out of / 10Ranking
6 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 31Ranking
22 out of / 30Ranking
23 out of / 30Ranking
26 out of / 30Ranking
27 out of / 30Ranking
28 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 36Ranking
29 out of / 36Ranking
29 out of / 36Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
1998 Acura SLX Trim Levels
Base
1998 Audi A4 Trim Levels
1.8T, 2.8, quattro 1.8T, quattro 2.8, Avant 2.8, Avant quattro 2.8
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
215 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
230 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
150 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
155 foot-lbs @ 1750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
13 / 18 / 15
Range (city/hwy):
286 / 396 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 29 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
320 / 464 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.4 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4615 lbs
Width:
72.2 inches
Height:
72.2 inches
Length:
187.8 inches
Wheelbase:
108.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2877 lbs
Width:
68.2 inches
Height:
55.8 inches
Length:
178 inches
Wheelbase:
103 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available