2007 Infiniti M vs. 2010 Acura RL
To start off, 2010 Acura RL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Infiniti M would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Infiniti M. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2007 Infiniti M.
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, 2010 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Infiniti M. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti M | 2010 Acura RL | |
| Make | Infiniti | Acura |
| Model | M | RL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 73 L |
