2009 Acura RL vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML.
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 (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RL | 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RL | ML |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 95 L |