2006 Acura RL vs. 2008 Lexus GS
To start off, 2008 Lexus GS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura RL 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 48 more horse power than 2008 Lexus GS. (242 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus GS weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Acura RL.
Because 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lexus GS. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus GS. (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 2008 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Acura | Lexus |
| Model | RL | GS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 71 L |
