2000 Acura RL vs. 2001 Buick Blackhawk
To start off, 2001 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura RL would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2000 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura RL weights approximately 45 kg more than 2001 Buick Blackhawk.
Because 2001 Buick Blackhawk is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Buick Blackhawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura RL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura RL | 2001 Buick Blackhawk | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | RL | Blackhawk |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 7458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 458 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 109.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
