2009 Acura RL vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Acura RL would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Acura RL. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura RL.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Expedition. 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RL | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | RL | Expedition |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2332 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 106 L |