2003 Ford F-250 vs. 2010 Acura RL
To start off, 2010 Acura RL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-250. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 558 kg more than 2010 Acura RL.
Because 2010 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura RL. 2010 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2003 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford F-250 | 2010 Acura RL | |
Make | Ford | Acura |
Model | F-250 | RL |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4971 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 73 L |