2007 Acura RL vs. 2008 Ford Territory
To start off, 2008 Ford Territory is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,984 cc, 2008 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Territory weights approximately 437 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, 2008 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 2008 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RL | Territory |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3984 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 76 L |
