2000 Acura RL vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 4 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 71 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura RL. (304 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura RL | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Acura | Jeep |
| Model | RL | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |
