2009 Acura RL vs. 2009 BMW 745
To start off, both 2009 Acura RL and 2009 BMW 745 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Acura RL. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 410 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 745. 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 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RL | 2009 BMW 745 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | RL | 745 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 88 L |