2006 Acura RL vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 5 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RL weights approximately 570 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat 500. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RL | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Acura | Fiat |
Model | RL | 500 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 35 L |