2009 Ford E-150 vs. 1996 Acura RL
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura RL would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1996 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Acura RL weights approximately 709 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
Because 2009 Ford E-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Acura RL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-150 | 1996 Acura RL | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | E-150 | RL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |
