2006 Acura RL vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 117 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, 2006 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RL | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RL | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 245 HP |
Torque | 347 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4591 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2008 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |