2006 Acura RL vs. 2004 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Taurus weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Acura RL.
Because 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RL | 2004 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | RL | Taurus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3473 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 68 L |