2006 Acura RL vs. 1997 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1997 Holden Commodore. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RL weights approximately 25 kg more than 1997 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1997 Holden Commodore (395 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 1997 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Acura | Holden |
| Model | RL | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2950 mm |
