2008 Acura RL vs. 2001 Toyota Will
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Will. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Will 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 101 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Will. (189 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Will weights approximately 271 kg more than 2008 Acura RL.
Because 2008 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Will. 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) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Will. (274 Nm). This means 2008 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Will.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RL | 2001 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | RL | Will |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 55 L |
