2001 Acura CL vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 12 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (222 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1031 kg more than 2001 Acura CL.
Because 2013 Ford E-Series 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 2013 Ford E-Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL, 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura CL | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | CL | E-Series |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.38:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 150 L |
