2007 Acura RL vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 6 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (298 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 237 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, 2013 Infiniti M (350 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RL | 2013 Infiniti M | |
Make | Acura | Infiniti |
Model | RL | M |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1515 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |