2006 Acura RL vs. 2009 Nissan Titan

To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan 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 5,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura RL.

Because 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Titan. 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 Nissan Titan (385 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RL.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Acura RL 2009 Nissan Titan
Make Acura Nissan
Model RL Titan
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3474 cc 5598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 290 HP 313 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 347 Nm 385 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2030 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.1 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 19.6 L/100km


 

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