2007 Ford Fusion 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 Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fusion. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fusion.
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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Fusion | 2011 Acura RL | |
Make | Ford | Acura |
Model | Fusion | RL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4971 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 73 L |