2008 Acura RL vs. 2006 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Bantam. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Bantam would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP) has 216 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 441 kg more than 2008 Acura RL.
Because 2008 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam. 2008 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Bantam will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RL | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RL | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1297 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 54 L |
