2007 Acura RL vs. 2005 Subaru Traviq
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Traviq. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Traviq 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 145 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Traviq. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 99 kg more than 2005 Subaru Traviq. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Traviq.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 2005 Subaru Traviq | |
| Make | Acura | Subaru |
| Model | RL | Traviq |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
