2009 Acura RL vs. 2003 Avanti Studebaker
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 5,952 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Acura RL. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura RL.
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, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 2003 Avanti Studebaker | |
| Make | Acura | Avanti |
| Model | RL | Studebaker |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3410 mm |
