2005 Acura RL vs. 2002 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2005 Acura RL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (509 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2005 Acura RL. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura RL weights approximately 132 kg more than 2002 Ferrari Maranello.
Because 2005 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ferrari Maranello. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RL. (353 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RL. 2005 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2002 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 2002 Ferrari Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RL | 2002 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | RL | Maranello |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 509 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1807 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 105 L |
