2006 Acura RL vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 4 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, 2010 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2006 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RL | 2010 BMW X5 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | RL | X5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3473 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 85 L |