2001 Acura RL vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2001 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 661 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 Ram 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 Ram. 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 Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram 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 Ram | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | RL | Ram |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1908 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |
