2008 Acura RL vs. 2003 Renault Be Bop
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Be Bop. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Be Bop 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 179 more horse power than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Be Bop. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RL weights approximately 265 kg more than 2003 Renault Be Bop. 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, 2008 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Be Bop. 2008 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Be Bop has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Be Bop 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 | 2003 Renault Be Bop | |
Make | Acura | Renault |
Model | RL | Be Bop |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |