2007 Acura RL vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1997 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1997 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 435 kg more than 1997 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Xedos 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Acura | Xedos |
| Model | RL | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
