2005 Acura RL vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 4 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Acura RL (353 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 2005 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RL | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | RL | 335 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2496 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 63 L |
