2002 Acura CL vs. 2012 Ford E-150

To start off, 2012 Ford E-150 is newer by 10 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1031 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.

Because 2012 Ford E-150 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 2012 Ford E-150. 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, 2012 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Acura CL 2012 Ford E-150
Make Acura Ford
Model CL E-150
Year Released 2002 2012
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 260 HP 225 HP
Engine RPM 6900 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 387 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 4-speed automatic
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 2580 mm 3505 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 132 L


 

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