2006 Acura RL vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RL weights approximately 729 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. 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 2001 Honda Civic. 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) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic. 2006 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | RL | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
