2007 Acura RL vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RL | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | RL | 530 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |