2006 Acura RL vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (225 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 106 kg more than 2006 Acura RL.
Because 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Acura RL (347 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (328 Nm). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RL | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | RL | Camry |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3473 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 328 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |