2005 Acura RL vs. 2004 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Acura RL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Celica. (140 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura RL weights approximately 656 kg more than 2004 Toyota Celica. 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, 2005 Acura RL (353 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RL | 2004 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | RL | Celica |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 55 L |