2009 Acura RL vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Altima 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 141 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Altima. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (220 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RL | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | RL | Altima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 76 L |