2000 Acura RL vs. 2006 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 6 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 180 kg more than 2000 Acura RL.
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, 2006 Ford Freestar (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura RL | 2006 Ford Freestar | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | RL | Freestar |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |