2009 Acura RL vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 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, 2012 Volvo S60 (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Acura RL. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 184 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.
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, 2012 Volvo S60 (479 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RL | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Acura | Volvo |
Model | RL | S60 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 479 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1759 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 67 L |