2007 Acura RL vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Acura RL (348 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RL | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | RL | Freestyle |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 72 L |