2007 Acura RL vs. 2010 Lexus ES
To start off, 2010 Lexus ES is newer by 3 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 Lexus ES. (272 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus ES weights approximately 57 kg more than 2007 Acura RL.
Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lexus ES. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus ES. (344 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RL | 2010 Lexus ES | |
Make | Acura | Lexus |
Model | RL | ES |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |