2006 Acura RL vs. 2004 Acura RL
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura RL 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) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Acura RL. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura RL weights approximately 97 kg more than 2006 Acura RL.
Because 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura RL. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura RL. (313 Nm). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 2004 Acura RL | |
| Make | Acura | Acura |
| Model | RL | RL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |
