1996 Acura RL vs. 2004 Acura RL
To start off, 2004 Acura RL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura RL would be higher. Both 1996 Acura RL and 2004 Acura RL are equipped with a 3,472 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura RL (225 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Acura RL. (205 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1996 Acura RL.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Acura RL (313 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura RL. (304 Nm). This means 2004 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura RL | 2004 Acura RL | |
| Make | Acura | Acura |
| Model | RL | RL |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
