2009 Acura RL vs. 2009 Fiat 500
To start off, both 2009 Acura RL and 2009 Fiat 500 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 Acura RL (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura RL weights approximately 797 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. 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 Fiat 500. 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 (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500. 2009 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat 500 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.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RL | 2009 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Acura | Fiat |
Model | RL | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 35 L |