2006 Acura RL vs. 2009 BMW 745
To start off, 2009 BMW 745 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 407 kg more than 2006 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 745. 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, 2009 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 2009 BMW 745 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | RL | 745 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 88 L |
