2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, both 2002 Ford Mondeo and 2002 Acura CL were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 190 kg more than 2002 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo. 2002 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Mondeo | 2002 Acura CL | |
Make | Ford | Acura |
Model | Mondeo | CL |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |