2006 Acura RL vs. 2008 Lexus GX
To start off, 2008 Lexus GX 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 4,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Lexus GX. (263 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus GX weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Acura RL.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Lexus GX (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RL | 2008 Lexus GX | |
Make | Acura | Lexus |
Model | RL | GX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4669 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |