2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2003 Acura RL
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura RL would be higher. Both 2006 Honda Ridgeline and 2003 Acura RL are equipped with a 3,472 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Acura RL. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura RL weights approximately 822 kg more than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura RL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RL. (313 Nm). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Ridgeline | 2003 Acura RL | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | Ridgeline | RL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
