2009 Acura RL vs. 1994 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1994 Rover Range Rover. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover Range Rover.
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, 2009 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover Range Rover. (271 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 1994 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Acura | Rover |
| Model | RL | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
