2006 Acura RL vs. 2000 Mitsubishi SSU
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi SSU. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi SSU would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi SSU. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi SSU. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi SSU weights approximately 330 kg more than 2006 Acura RL.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Acura RL (347 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi SSU. (240 Nm). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi SSU.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 2000 Mitsubishi SSU | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RL | SSU |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1905 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 71 L |
