2009 Acura RL vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 4 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (319 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Acura RL. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura RL.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RL | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | RL | Camaro |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 319 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 72 L |