2009 Acura RL vs. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Bandeirante 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 204 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante.
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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. 2009 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante 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 | 2002 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | RL | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3660 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2290 mm |