2007 Acura RL vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 5 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), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 368 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.
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, 2012 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RL | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Acura | Infiniti |
Model | RL | FX |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
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 | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1943 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 90 L |