2008 Acura RL vs. 2009 BMW X5
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 BMW X5. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X5.
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, 2009 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RL | 2009 BMW X5 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | RL | X5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 85 L |