2005 Acura RL vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2005 Acura RL. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 235 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 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (749 Nm) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RL. (353 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RL | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | RL | Panamera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 749 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 100 L |