2006 Acura RL vs. 1998 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Sonata. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Hyundai Sonata. 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, 2006 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Sonata. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 1998 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | RL | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 65 L |
