2001 Acura RL vs. 2004 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2004 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 542 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.
Because 2004 Dodge Durango 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 2004 Dodge Durango. 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, 2004 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RL. (304 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 2004 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | RL | Durango |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 102 L |
