2005 AC Aceca vs. 2008 Acura RL
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RL weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 AC Aceca.
Because 2008 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL 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, 2005 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RL. 2008 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2005 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 2005 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 AC Aceca | 2008 Acura RL | |
| Make | AC | Acura |
| Model | Aceca | RL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |
