2009 Acura RL vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Acura RL. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura RL.
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, 2011 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RL. 2009 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | RL | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 67 L |