2005 Acura RL vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 7 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 113 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RL. (353 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RL | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RL | R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |
