2009 Acura RL vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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 (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura RL weights approximately 521 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 (271 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (172 Nm). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RL | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | RL | Jetta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 172 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 55 L |