2009 Acura RL vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda CR-V 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 140 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (156 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 138 kg more than 2009 Acura RL.
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 Acura RL (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RL | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | RL | CR-V |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 58 L |