2001 Acura RL vs. 2010 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Ford Falcon is newer by 9 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2001 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Falcon weights approximately 29 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 2010 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 2010 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RL | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
