2005 Acura RL vs. 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon

To start off, both 2005 Acura RL and 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 152 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura RL weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura RL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon 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 Acura RL (353 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. 2005 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Acura RL 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon
Make Acura Alfa Romeo
Model RL Crosswagon
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3474 cc 1910 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 300 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 18.5:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1760 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1770 mm