1999 Chrysler Cirrus vs. 1999 Acura RL
To start off, both 1999 Chrysler Cirrus and 1999 Acura RL were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Chrysler Cirrus. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1999 Chrysler Cirrus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura RL weights approximately 248 kg more than 1999 Chrysler Cirrus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chrysler Cirrus. (230 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1999 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chrysler Cirrus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler Cirrus | 1999 Acura RL | |
| Make | Chrysler | Acura |
| Model | Cirrus | RL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1427 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
