2006 Acura RL vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Condor 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 182 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RL weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Toyota Condor. 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 2003 Toyota Condor. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor. 2006 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Condor has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Condor 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 | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | RL | Condor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1505 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
