2009 Acura RL vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster 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, 2009 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster.
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, 2009 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster. 2009 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Duster has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Duster 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 Renault Duster | |
Make | Acura | Renault |
Model | RL | Duster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2673 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |