2004 Acura 3.5 RL Specifications

POWERTRAIN

Engine Type

3.5-liter, SOHC, 90-degree V-6

Horsepower, SAE Net

225 hp @ 5,200 rpm

Torque

231 lb-ft @ 2,800 rpm

Redline

5,900 rpm

Bore and Stroke

3.54 in x 3.58 in (90 mm x 91 mm)

Displacement

212 cu in (3,474 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 ignition system with knock control

Alternator

110 amp max

Battery

12V, maintenance free

Recommended Fuel

Premium Unleaded, 91 Octane

Layout

Longitudinally mounted, front engine, front wheel drive

Transmission

4-speed automatic with lock-up torque converter and Grade Logic Control

Ratios (:1)

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CHASSIS

Body Type

All-steel unit body

Front Suspension

Independent double-wishbone with coil springs and stabilizer bar

Rear Suspension

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

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CAPACITIES

Crankcase

5.6 US qt (5.3 L) Total

Cooling System

9.1 US qt (8.6 L) Total

Fuel tank

18.0 US gallons (68.0 L)

Volumes
Passenger

96.2 cu ft: 54.0 front, 42.2 rear

Cargo

14.8 cu ft

Total

111 cu ft

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FUEL ECONOMY< /FONT>

EPA Fuel Mileage - City/Highway

18 / 24

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EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS

Wheelbase

114.6 in (2,910 mm)

Track, front

61.0 in (1,550 mm)

Track, rear

60.6 in (1,540 mm)

Overall Length

196.6 in (4,995 mm)

Overall Width

71.6 in (1,820 mm)

Overall Height (unladen)

54.5 in (1,385 mm)

Minimum Ground Clearance

4.9 in (125 mm)

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WEIGHTS

Curb Weight

3,893 lbs (1,766 kg)

Curb Weight without Acura Navigation System

3,880 lbs (1,760 kg)

Weight Distribution (% front / rear)

59/41

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INTERIOR DIMENSIONS

Front

Head Room

38.8 in (985 mm)

Leg Room

42.1 in (1,070 mm)

Hip Room

55.7 in (1,415 mm)

Shoulder Room

56.9 in (1,445 mm)

Rear

Head Room

36.8 in (935 mm)

Leg Room

35.4 in (900 mm)

Hip Room

56.5 in (1,435 mm)

Shoulder Room

56.3 in (1,430 mm)

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WARRANTY

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