2009 Honda Fit vs. 2012 Acura RL
To start off, 2012 Acura RL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Fit would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RL weights approximately 391 kg more than 2009 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit. 2012 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Fit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Fit | 2012 Acura RL | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | Fit | RL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 73 L |
