1999 Acura RL vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (279 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 15 kg more than 1999 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura RL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL 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, 2013 Acura TL (343 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura RL | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Acura | Acura |
| Model | RL | TL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
