2001 Acura RL vs. 2002 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2002 Toyota Avalon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 11 kg more than 2001 Acura RL. 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, 2001 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Avalon. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura RL | 2002 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | RL | Avalon |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |