2006 Acura RL vs. 2006 Toyota Ractis
To start off, both 2006 Acura RL and 2006 Toyota Ractis were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Ractis. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Ractis. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Ractis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 2006 Toyota Ractis | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | RL | Ractis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1299 cc |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
