2008 Acura RL vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RL weights approximately 44 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RL | E |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
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 Weight | 1274 kg | 1230 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 | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |