2007 Acura RL vs. 2013 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2013 Ford C-MAX is newer by 6 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2013 Ford C-MAX. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 179 kg more than 2007 Acura RL.
Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford C-MAX. 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, 2007 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford C-MAX. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RL | 2013 Ford C-MAX | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | RL | C-MAX |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1754 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2085 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1621 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 2.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 2.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 53 L |