2000 Acura RL vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 7 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 315 kg more than 2000 Acura RL.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2000 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura RL | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | RL | CR-V |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
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 | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |