2001 Acura RL vs. 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2001 Acura RL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RL weights approximately 476 kg more than 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix (400 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RL. (304 Nm). This means 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Acura | Pontiac |
| Model | RL | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
