2005 Acura RL vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 3 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 543 kg more than 2005 Acura RL.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Acura RL (353 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (300 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RL | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RL | G |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1807 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 96 L |