2009 Acura RL vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 3 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 157 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 118. 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 (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | RL | 118 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 51 L |
