2009 Acura RL vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 321 kg more than 2009 Acura RL.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Acura RL (367 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (314 Nm). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RL | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | RL | Quest |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 314 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 76 L |