2009 Acura RL vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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 (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura RL weights approximately 557 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. 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, 2009 Acura RL (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. 2009 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2001 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 2001 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Acura | Suzuki |
| Model | RL | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2210 mm |
