2000 Acura RL vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2000 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2000 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Acura RL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura RL | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | RL | X6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |