2006 Acura RL vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 7 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. (288 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 305 kg more than 2006 Acura RL.
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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RL | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
Make | Acura | Dodge |
Model | RL | CHARGER |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1883 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 72 L |