2009 Acura RL vs. 2001 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2001 Ford Thunderbird. (249 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Thunderbird.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2001 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 2001 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RL | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 59 L |
