2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1660 kg more than 2002 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (575 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 2002 Acura CL | |
Make | Ford | Acura |
Model | Excursion | CL |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3240 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 65 L |