2005 Acura RL vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2010 Ford Edge. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 776 kg more than 2005 Acura RL.
Because 2005 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Edge. 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, 2010 Ford Edge (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RL. (353 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RL | 2010 Ford Edge | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | RL | Edge |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1807 kg | 2583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 132 L |