2001 Acura CL vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura CL would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura CL. 2001 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2006 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura CL | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | CL | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4198 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 114 L |
