Acura RL vs Mercedes-Benz E430
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2002 Mercedes-Benz E430
Overview
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Mercedes-Benz E430E430 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | E430 |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2012 | 2002 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Mercedes-Benz E430E430 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $48,200 (best) | $53,850 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Mercedes-Benz E430E430 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| City MPG | 17 MPG (best) | 16 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 24 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 19.3 gal | 21.1 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Mercedes-Benz E430E430 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 hp (best) | 275 hp |
| Torque | 271 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3.7 L | 4.3 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Mercedes-Benz E430E430 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13.1 cu ft | 15.3 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,083 lbs | 3,757 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.7 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 111.5 in (best) |
| Length | 195.7 in (best) | 189.4 in |
| Width | 72.7 in (best) | 70.8 in |
| Height | 57.2 in (best) | 56.7 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Mercedes-Benz E430E430 |
|---|---|---|
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 6 | None reported (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura RL | Mercedes-Benz E430 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $48,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) | E430 $53,850 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Technology Package $52,350 MSRP | E430 4MATIC $56,700 MSRP |
| 3 | Technology Package - in HI $52,350 MSRP | — |
| 4 | Advance Package $56,150 MSRP | — |
Acura RL vs Mercedes-Benz E430 FAQ
- Which is better: 2012 Acura RL or 2002 Mercedes-Benz E430?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2012 Acura RL vs 2002 Mercedes-Benz E430 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2012 Acura RL or 2002 Mercedes-Benz E430?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2012 Acura RL starts lower at $48,200.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2012 Acura RL or 2002 Mercedes-Benz E430?
- The 2012 Acura RL leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (48,200).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2012 Acura RL or 2002 Mercedes-Benz E430?
- The 2012 Acura RL leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (20).
- Which has better horsepower: 2012 Acura RL or 2002 Mercedes-Benz E430?
- The 2012 Acura RL leads on horsepower in this comparison (300).