2007 Acura RL vs. 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan 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 142 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 221 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. 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 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. 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 (348 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. (279 Nm). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | RL | Eurovan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2930 mm |
