2002 Acura CL vs. 2012 Ford F-450

To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL.

Because 2012 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 770 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 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 F-450
Make Acura Ford
Model CL F-450
Year Released 2002 2012
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3210 cc 6700 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 399 HP
Engine RPM 6900 RPM 2800 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 1085 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 6680 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 2438 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 2024 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 4379 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 142 L


 

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