2008 Acura RL vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 654 kg more than 2008 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volvo X670 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RL | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
Make | Acura | Volvo |
Model | RL | X670 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1928 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2815 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |