2005 Acura RL vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2005 Acura RL and 2005 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura RL weights approximately 662 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2005 Acura RL (353 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (162 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta. 2005 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Fiesta 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 | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RL | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1807 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
