2007 Acura RL vs. 2009 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2009 Nissan Rogue 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 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 122 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Rogue. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 21 kg more than 2009 Nissan Rogue. 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 Nissan Rogue. 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, 2007 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Rogue. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RL | 2009 Nissan Rogue | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | RL | Rogue |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |