2005 Acura RL vs. 2007 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura RL would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1049 kg more than 2005 Acura RL.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 353 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RL | 2007 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | RL | F-150 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1807 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |