2002 Acura CL vs. 2011 Ford F-350

To start off, 2011 Ford F-350 is newer by 9 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL.

Because 2011 Ford F-350 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 2011 Ford F-350. 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, 2011 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Acura CL 2011 Ford F-350
Make Acura Ford
Model CL F-350
Year Released 2002 2011
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3210 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 385 HP
Engine RPM 6900 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 548 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 6269 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 2029 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1961 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 3967 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 132 L