2007 Ford F-150 vs. 2011 Acura RL
To start off, 2011 Acura RL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1004 kg more than 2011 Acura RL.
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, 2011 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford F-150. (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford F-150 | 2011 Acura RL | |
Make | Ford | Acura |
Model | F-150 | RL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4971 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 73 L |