2009 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Acura RL
To start off, 2011 Acura RL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RL weights approximately 659 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2011 Acura RL | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | Accord | RL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 73 L |
