2008 Acura RL vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 135 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 221 kg more than 2008 Acura RL.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RL | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | RL | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 82 L |
