2008 Acura RL vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 896 kg more than 2008 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 BMW X6 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RL | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | RL | X6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 85 L |
