2002 RL Specifications

POWERTRAIN

3.5 RL
Engine 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
90 mm x 91 mm (3.54 in x 3.58 in)
Displacement
3474 cc (212 cu in)
Compression Ratio
9.6:1
Induction System
Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) with 3-stage Variable 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
Ignition System
Direct ingnition 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 (in 2nd, 3rd and 4th gears) and Grade Logic Control
Ratios (:1) 1st
2nd
3rd
4th
Reverse
Final (secondary)
Final Drive

CHASSIS

3.5 RL
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
30 mm
Front
(1.18 in) diameter
Rear
21 mm (0.83 in) 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)
11.8 m (38.7 ft)
Wheels
16 x 7.0 JJ cast-aluminum alloy
Tires
P225/55R16 94V
Braking System
Power-assisted, 4-wheel disc brakes with ABS
Front Discs
Ventilated 300 mm (11.8 in) diameter; 28 mm (1.1 in) rotor thickness
Rear Discs
Solid 282 mm (11.1 in) diameter; 12 mm (0.47 in) rotor thickness
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

3.5 RL
Crankcase
4.0 L (4.2 US qt)
Cooling System
7.8 L (8.2 US qt)
Fuel tank
68 L (18.0 US gallons)
Volumes Passenger
3143 L (111 cu ft)
Cargo
419 L (14.8 cu ft)
Total
3562 L (125.8 cu ft)

EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS

3.5 RL
Wheelbase
2910 mm (114.6 in)
Track, front
1550 mm (61.0 in)
Track, rear
1540 mm (60.6 in)
Overall Length
4995 mm (196.6 in)
Overall Width
1820 mm (71.6 in)
Overall Height
1435 mm (56.5 in)
Minimum Ground Clearance
125 mm (4.9 in)
WEIGHTS
Curb Weight
1768 kg (3898 lbs)
Weight Distribution (% front / rear)
60 / 40

INTERIOR DIMENSIONS

3.5 RL
Front Head Room
985 mm (38.8 in)
Leg Room
1070 mm (42.1 in)
Hip Room
1415 mm (55.7 in)
Shoulder Room
1445 mm (56.9 in)
Rear Head Room
935 mm (36.8 in)
Leg Room
900 mm (35.4 in)
Hip Room
1435 mm (56.5 in)
Shoulder Room
1445 mm (56.9 in)