1999 AC Aceca vs. 2010 Acura RL
To start off, 2010 Acura RL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 Acura RL. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RL weights approximately 242 kg more than 1999 AC Aceca.
Because 2010 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1999 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 2010 Acura RL | |
| Make | AC | Acura |
| Model | Aceca | RL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |
