2009 Acura RL vs. 2003 Honda Fit
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Fit 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 218 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 2003 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | RL | Fit |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
