2007 Acura RL vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 4 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 100 more horse power than 2011 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 131 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord. 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 2011 Honda Accord. 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 (348 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord. 2007 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RL | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | RL | Accord |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1444 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |