2009 Acura RL vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, both 2009 Acura RL and 2009 BMW 335 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Acura RL. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2009 Acura RL. 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 2009 BMW 335. 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 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RL. 2009 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Acura RL | 2009 BMW 335 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | RL | 335 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 63 L |