2009 Acura RL vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Acura RL. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 862 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.
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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RL. (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RL | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | RL | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 2714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1955 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 17.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 100 L |