2005 Acura RL vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Venza. (264 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura RL weights approximately 5 kg more than 2013 Toyota Venza. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm). This means 2005 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RL | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | RL | Venza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 334 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 67 L |