2007 Acura RL vs. 2003 Toyota Allion

To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Allion 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 176 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Allion. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 435 kg more than 2003 Toyota Allion. 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 2003 Toyota Allion. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Allion. (150 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Allion.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Acura RL 2003 Toyota Allion
Make Acura Toyota
Model RL Allion
Year Released 2007 2003
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3471 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 290 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 347 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 84.7 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2710 mm