2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 Acura RL
To start off, 2012 Acura RL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Acura RL. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RL weights approximately 157 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2012 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Mercedes-Benz E (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 Acura RL | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Acura |
| Model | E | RL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |
