hi everyone,

i actually like the look of the current RL. it certainly isn't as ugly as say a Q. it is just not enough car. Acura needs to put some serious power in the next model. a minimum of 300 hp has to be the benchmark. Acura used to be the brand that everyone would talk about..now it's Lexus, MB, Infiniti, and BMW.

i had a 99 RL and a 00 RL. both nice automobiles but i wanted more power and a more sporting feeling in my car. that's when i jumped ship to MB. i purchased an 00 E430 sport and an ML430. then 2 years after that i bought a 02 S55AMG and a M500. it seems that the other manufacturers have a broader line and can keep buyers in the family with more choices. Acura has great fit and finish. and i truly believe this.....nobody gets more power out of a small motor than honda. they're the best at it.

as far as the cars i drive....i'm basically a car lover. cars are my favorite hobby. MB is doing some wild things with their engines these days. my 02 S55 only has 355HP. the 03's have 496HP i drove one at my local dealer.....it was amazing. the new model would leave my car behind like it was standing still. and this is from a 4400lb car!!!!

even with all of the good things MB is doing i would still go back to Acura if they would just move a little more up market and give they're flagship some serious grunt!