2009 Acura RL vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Acura RL would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (385 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Acura RL. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 393 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.
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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RL. (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RL | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | RL | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 100 L |