2007 Acura RL vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura RL 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) has 142 more horse power than 2012 Honda CR-V. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda CR-V.
Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda CR-V. 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, 2012 Honda CR-V (350 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RL. (347 Nm). This means 2012 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | RL | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 58 L |
