2001 Acura RL vs. 2003 Jaguar R-D6
To start off, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is newer by 2 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, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (230 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RL weights approximately 175 kg more than 2003 Jaguar R-D6.
Because 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Jaguar R-D6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (500 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RL. (304 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R-D6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 2003 Jaguar R-D6 | |
| Make | Acura | Jaguar |
| Model | RL | R-D6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 69 L |
