2006 Acura RL vs. 2012 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2012 Nissan Rogue is newer by 6 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 120 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RL weights approximately 89 kg more than 2012 Nissan Rogue. 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 2012 Nissan Rogue. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RL | 2012 Nissan Rogue | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | RL | Rogue |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4656 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1659 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |