2006 Acura RL vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 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 177 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i40. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 63 kg more than 2006 Acura RL.
Because 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai i40. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i40. (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i40. 2006 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai i40 has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai i40 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 | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Acura | Hyundai |
Model | RL | i40 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 400 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |