2001 Acura RL vs. 2004 Suzuki Verona
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Verona 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 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 50 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Verona. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Verona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RL weights approximately 142 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Verona. 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) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Verona. (240 Nm). This means 2001 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Verona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 2004 Suzuki Verona | |
| Make | Acura | Suzuki |
| Model | RL | Verona |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 240 Nm |
| 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 | 1533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
