2005 Lexus LS vs. 2011 Acura RL
To start off, 2011 Acura RL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Lexus LS. (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RL weights approximately 12 kg more than 2005 Lexus LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura RL 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, 2005 Lexus LS (419 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus LS | 2011 Acura RL | |
| Make | Lexus | Acura |
| Model | LS | RL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 73 L |
