2005 Acura RL vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Acura RL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V70. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura RL weights approximately 37 kg more than 2003 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Acura RL (353 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V70. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RL | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Acura | Volvo |
Model | RL | V70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1807 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |