2002 Acura CL vs. 2008 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 497 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
Because 2008 Ford Explorer 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 2008 Ford Explorer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2008 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura CL | 2008 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | CL | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |
