2001 Acura RL vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura RL would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 2001 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 760 kg more than 2001 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura RL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | RL | X5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |
