2006 Acura RL vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 166 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2006 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla. 2006 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | RL | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 16.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 55 L |