2007 Acura RL vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 6 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 @ 6200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Compass. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 55 kg more than 2013 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RL | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Acura | Jeep |
Model | RL | Compass |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4448 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 51 L |