2008 Acura RL vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 569 kg more than 2008 Acura RL.
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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RL | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
Make | Acura | Dodge |
Model | RL | JOURNEY |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1843 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4888 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2127 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 78 L |