2006 Acura RL vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback 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 48 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Outback. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RL weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 Subaru Outback. 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, 2006 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (215 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RL | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | RL | Outback |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3473 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
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 | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |