2001 Acura RL vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 11 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (245 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Acura RL. (205 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 405 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 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura RL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura RL | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | RL | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 245 HP |
Torque | 304 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 16.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1939 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |