2006 Acura RL vs. 2009 Lexus RX
To start off, 2009 Lexus RX 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Lexus RX. (272 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus RX weights approximately 332 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, 2006 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus RX. (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RL | 2009 Lexus RX | |
Make | Acura | Lexus |
Model | RL | RX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
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 | 1578 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 72 L |