2005 Acura RL vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 5 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Acura RL. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura RL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RL. (353 Nm). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RL. 2005 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Panamera 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 | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | RL | Panamera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 500 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 100 L |