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1999 Acura 3.5 RL Specifications

9/30/1998 3:05:30 PM

1999 ACURA 3.5RL
SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS  
Engine Type 3.5-liter, OHC V-6
Horsepower, SAE Net 210 hp @ 5200 rpm  
Torque, SAE Net

224 Ibft ( 2800 rpm)

Redline 5900 rpm
Fuel Cutoff 5900 rpm
Bore & Stroke 3.54 in x 3.58 in
(90.0 mm x 91.0 mm)
Displacement 212 cu in (3474 cc)
Compression Ratio 9.6:1
Induction System

PGM-FI - 1 with 3-stage variable induction system

Valvetrain 4 valves per cylinder, with hydraulic lash adjusters
Engine Block Cast aluminum with cast-in cylinder liters
Cylinder Head Cast aluminum with 4 valves per cylinder and centrally located spark plug
Emission Control 3-way catalytic converter + EGR
Ignition System Electronic irect ignition with individual oils
Alternator 110 amp max
Battery 12 v, maintnance - free
Recommended Fuel Premium uleaded 91 octane
Body Type Unit body
Front Suspension Independent double-wishbone
Rear Suspension Independent double-wishbone
Shock Absorbers Hydraulic gas-pressurized with progressive valve technology, front and rear

Stabilizer Bars
Front Diameter

Rear Diameter

1.13 in (28.6 mm)

0.67 in (17.0 rom)
Steering Type Rotary-valve, variable powerassist, speed - sensitive rack - and pinion
Steering Ratio 16.0:1
Steering Wheel Turns, Lock -to - Lock 3.35
Turning Diameter 36.1 ft (11.0 m)
Wheels 7 x 16 JJ cast-aluminum alloy
Tires P215/60 R16 94V Michelin All- Season MXV4 - Plus
Braking System
Front Discs

Rear Discs

Ventilated, 11.8 in (300 mm) diameter, 1.1 in (28 mm) rotor thickness

11.1 in (282 mm) diameter, 0.47 in (12 rom) rotor thickness
Parking Brake Foot actuated on rear disc
Antilock Braking System(ABS) Acura-designed system with 4 wheel-speed sensors and electronic/hydraulic control unit
POWERTRAIN
Type 4-speed automatic with lock-up torque converter (in 2nd, 3rd and 4th gears)
Transmission Ratios (: 1) Automatic Transmission
1st 2.458
2nd 1.454
3rd 0.948
4th 0.652
Reverse 1.880
Final (Secondary) 1.333
Final Drive 3.133
CAPACITIES
Crankcase 4.2 U.S. at (4.0 liters) refill capacity, not including filter
Cooling System 8.2 U.S. dt (7.8 liters)
Fuel Tank 18.0 U.S. gal (68 liters)
Passenger Volume 96.5 cu ft. 54.0 front, 42.5 rear
EPA Cargo Volume (Trunk) 14.0 cu ft.
Total Volume 110.5 cu ft.
FUEL ECONOMY

Factory-Estimated Fuel Mileag4 City/Highway*
18/25
* California figures are the same

  
EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS  
Wheelbase 114.6 in (2910 mm)
Track, Front 61.02 in (1550 mm)
Track, Rear 60.63 in (1540mm)
Overall Length 195.1 in (4955 mm)
Overall Width 71.7 in ( l822mm)
Height (unladen) 56.4 in (1435 mm)
Minimum Ground Clearance

4.9 in (125mm) * measured at the manufacturers design load weight
Curb Weight 3840 lb ( .742 kg)
Weight Distribution (% FIR) 60/40
INTERIOR DIMENSIONS
Front
Head Room 38.8 in (985.5 mm)
Leg Room 42.1 in (1070 mm)
Hip Room 55.7 in(1415 mm)
Shoulder Room 56.9 in (1445 mm)
Rear
Head Room 36.8 in (935 mm)
Leg Room 35.4 in (900 mm)
Hip Room 56.5 in (1435 mm)
Shoulder Room 56.9 in (1445 mm)
WARRANTIES
Vehicle 4-year/50,000-mile limited warranty
Outer Body Rust - Through 5-year/unlimited-mile limited warranty
Roadside Assistance (TLC) 4-year/50,000-miles