2000 Acura RL vs. 1994 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2000 Acura RL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,552 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover Range Rover (225 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 545 kg more than 2000 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Acura RL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover 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, 1994 Rover Range Rover (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura RL | 1994 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Acura | Rover |
| Model | RL | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 4552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
