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2003 Acura RL - Specs

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Acura RL - Engine Specs
Acura RL - Powertrain Specs
Acura RL - Chassis Specs
Acura RL - Capacities Specs
Acura RL - Exterior Dimensions
Acura RL - Interior Dimensions

Dimensions and capacities are in inches unless otherwise specified.

Engine 2003 Acura 3.5 RL
Type
3.5-liter, SOHC 90-degree V-6
Horsepower, SAE Net
225 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque 231 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm
Redline 5900 rpm
Bore and Stroke 3.54 in x 3.58 in (90 mm x 91 mm)
Displacement 212 cu in (3474 cc)
Compression Ratio 9.6:1
Induction System Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) with 3-stage Variable Induction System
Valvetrain 4-valves-per-cylinder, belt-driven, single overhead camshaft
Engine Block Aluminum alloy with cast-in iron cylinder liners
Cylinder Head Aluminum alloy with 4-valves-per-cylinder with pent-roof combustion chambers
Emission Control Three-way catalytic converter
Electronically controlled LEV emission control
Ignition System Direct ingnition system with knock control
Alternator
110 amp max
Battery 12V, maintenance free
Recommended Fuel Premium Unleaded, 91 Octane

Powertrain 2003 Acura 3.5 RL
Layout Longitudinally mounted, front engine, front wheel drive
Transmission 4-speed automatic with lock-up torque converter (in 2nd, 3rd and 4th gears) and Grade Logic Control
Transmissions Gear Ratios:
     1st 2.458
     2nd 1.454
     3rd 0.948
     4th 0.652
  Reverse 1.880
Final (Secondary) 1.333
Final Drive 3.133

Chassis 2003 Acura 3.5 RL
Body Type
All-steel unit body
Front Suspension Front Independent double-wishbone with coil springs and stabilizer bar
Rear Independent double-wishbone with coil springs and stabilizer bar
Shock Absorbers Gas-pressurized with Acura Progressive Valve technology, front and rear
Stabilizer Bars Front 1.18 in. (30 mm) diameter
Rear 0.83 in. (21 mm) diameter
Steering Type Speed-sensitive, variable power-assisted, rack-and-pinion
Steering Ratio 16.0:1
Steering Wheel Turns (lock to lock) 3.35
Turning Circle (curb to curb) 36.1 ft (11.0 m)
Wheels 16 x 7.0 JJ cast-aluminum alloy
Tires P225/55R16 94V Michelin All-Season MXM4
Braking System Power-assisted, 4-wheel disc brakes with ABS
Front Discs Ventilated 11.8 in (300 mm) diameter;
1.1 in (28 mm) rotor thickness
Rear Discs Solid 11.1 in (282 mm) diameter;
0.47 in (12 mm) rotor thickness
Total Swept Area Front 63.5 sq in (409.6 cm2)
Rear 35.0 sq in (225.9 cm2)
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) 4-channel system with 4-wheel speed sensors and electric/hydraulic control
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) system Throttle control and 4-channel brake control utilizing yaw, lateral g, speed and steering sensors for traction control and stability enhancement

Capacities / EPA Mileage 2003 Acura 3.5 RL
Crankcase
4.2 US qt (4.0 L)
Cooling System 8.2 US qt (7.8 L)
Fuel tank 18.0 US gallons (68.0 L)
EPA Fuel Mileage - City/Highway 18 / 24

Exterior Dimensions 2003 Acura 3.5 RL
Wheelbase 114.6 in (2910 mm)
Track, front 61.0 in (1550 mm)
Track, rear 60.6 in (1540 mm)
Overall Length 196.6 in (4995 mm)
Overall Width 71.6 in (1820 mm)
Overall Height (unladen) 54.5 in (1,385 mm)
Minimum Ground Clearance
4.9 in (125 mm)
Curb Weight
3,869 lbs (1,755 kg)
w/ optional Acura NavigationSystem
3920 lbs (1778 kg)
Weight Distribution (% front / rear) 60 / 40

Interior and Trunk Dimensions Front Rear
Head Room 38.8 in (985 mm) 36.8 in (935 mm)
Leg Room 42.1 in (1070 mm) 35.4 in (900 mm)
Hip Room 55.7 in (1415 mm) 56.5 in (1435 mm)
Shoulder Room 56.9 in (1445 mm) 56.3 in (1430 mm)
Passenger Volumes 96.5 cu ft: 54.0 front, 42.5 rear
Cargo Volume 14.0 cu ft
Total Volume 110.5 cu ft

Warranty 2003 Acura 3.5 RL
Vehicle
4-year / 50,000-mile limited warranty
Outer Body Rust-Through 5-year / unlimited-mile limited warranty
Acura Total Luxury Care (TLC) with roadside assistance 4-year / 50,000-mile

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