2008 Acura RL vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 511 kg more than 2008 Acura RL.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RL | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RL | E |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |