2000 Acura RL vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Verada 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura RL weights approximately 165 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Verada.
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, 2004 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura RL | 2004 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RL | Verada |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2730 mm |
