2006 Acura RL vs. 2009 Acura RDX
To start off, 2009 Acura RDX is newer by 3 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 50 more horse power than 2009 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RL weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 Acura RDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RL | 2009 Acura RDX | |
Make | Acura | Acura |
Model | RL | RDX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3473 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 68 L |