2005 Acura RL vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura RL would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Acura RL. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura RL.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura RL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (515 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RL. (353 Nm). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RL | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Acura | GMC |
Model | RL | Sierra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 515 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 98 L |