2006 Acura RL vs. 2006 BMW 523
To start off, both 2006 Acura RL and 2006 BMW 523 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 523 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2006 Acura RL.
Because 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 523. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 523. 2006 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 523 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 523 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Acura RL | 2006 BMW 523 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | RL | 523 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |