2009 Acura RL vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC 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, 2009 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | RL | CC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| 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 | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2711 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
