2006 Acura RL vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RL weights approximately 228 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RL. 2006 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RL | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | RL | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 67 L |