2008 Acura RL vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 4 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura RL.
Because 2008 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-350. 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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RL | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | RL | F-350 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 132 L |