2008 Acura RL vs. 1999 Honda City
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda City would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1999 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RL weights approximately 635 kg more than 1999 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda City. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda City. 2008 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda City has manual transmission. 1999 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RL | 1999 Honda City | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | RL | City |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
