2000 Acura RL vs. 2004 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2004 Ford Taurus 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura RL weights approximately 175 kg more than 2004 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Acura RL (304 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (250 Nm). This means 2000 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura RL | 2004 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RL | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
