2008 Acura RL vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 290 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 920 kg more than 2008 Acura RL.
Because 2008 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RL | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Acura | Dodge |
Model | RL | Durango |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1819 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3043 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 93 L |