2001 Acura RL vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura RL would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 897 kg more than 2001 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura RL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RL. (304 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RL | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 106 L |
