2007 Acura RL vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 122 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 130 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RL | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | RL | Jetta |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 55 L |