2006 Acura RL vs. 2010 Ford Flex
To start off, 2010 Ford Flex is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Flex weights approximately 450 kg more than 2006 Acura RL.
Because 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Flex. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RL | 2010 Ford Flex | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | RL | Flex |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2995 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |