2006 Acura RL vs. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Jetta 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 190 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RL weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | RL | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 55 L |
