2001 Acura RL vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 7 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, 2008 Volvo V70 (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2001 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RL.
Because 2008 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura RL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volvo V70 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura RL | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Acura | Volvo |
Model | RL | V70 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |