2007 Acura RL vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura RL would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (376 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 48 kg more than 2007 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2009 Lexus LS (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 2009 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Acura | Lexus |
| Model | RL | LS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 493 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 84 L |
