2004 Acura RL vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2004 Acura RL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura RL (225 HP) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura RL weights approximately 165 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. 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, 2004 Acura RL (313 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura RL | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Acura | Vauxhall |
| Model | RL | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
