2007 Acura RL vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 808 kg more than 2007 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RL. (348 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RL | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | RL | F-150 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 98 L |