2001 Acura RL vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 9 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 157 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 2010 Dodge Nitro 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 2010 Dodge Nitro. 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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | RL | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2764 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |
