2003 Acura CL vs. 1998 Ford F-150
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2003 Acura CL.
Because 1998 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 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, 1998 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 1998 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | CL | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3050 mm |
