2000 Acura RL vs. 2004 Ford E-150
To start off, 2004 Ford E-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura RL would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-150 weights approximately 452 kg more than 2000 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura RL. (304 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura RL | 2004 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RL | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 132 L |
