2009 Ford E-250 vs. 2011 Acura RL
To start off, 2011 Acura RL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RL weights approximately 886 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-250 | 2011 Acura RL | |
Make | Ford | Acura |
Model | E-250 | RL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4971 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 73 L |