2011 Acura RL vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Acura RL 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 45 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (255 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RL weights approximately 517 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster. 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 2012 Porsche Boxster. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Boxster. 2011 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Acura RL | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | RL | Boxster |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4971 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1847 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2799 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |