2001 Acura RL vs. 2000 Volkswagen Hac
To start off, 2001 Acura RL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Hac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Hac would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Hac. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Hac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RL weights approximately 344 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Hac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Volkswagen Hac (310 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RL. (304 Nm). This means 2000 Volkswagen Hac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 2000 Volkswagen Hac | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | RL | Hac |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1896 cc |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1331 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2520 mm |
