2008 Acura RL vs. 2009 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura RL would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RL weights approximately 308 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Because 2008 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Explorer. 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, 2009 Ford Explorer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RL | 2009 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | RL | Explorer |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 85 L |