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Acura RL

General information

ModelAcura RL
Year2001
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating62.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3472 ccm (211.86 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement3472 ccm (211.86 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power208.00 PS (153 kW or 205 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque304.00 Nm (31.0 kgf-m or 224.2 ft.lbs) at 2800 Rev. per min.
Compression9.6:1
Bore x stroke90.0 x 91.0 mm (3.5 x 3.6 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlSingle overhead cam (SOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1242 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space5290 litres (1,398 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (456.7 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1675 kg (3,692.7 pounds)
Overall length5000 mm (196.9 inches)
Overall width1830 mm (72.0 inches)
Overall height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2920 mm (115.0 inches)
Fuel capacity50.0 litres (13.21 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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