2005 Acura RL vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 8 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1023 kg more than 2005 Acura RL.
Because 2005 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford E-Series. 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RL. (353 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RL | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | RL | E-Series |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1511 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1807 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 150 L |