2003 Acura CL vs. 2004 Ford E-250
To start off, 2004 Ford E-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura CL would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 790 kg more than 2003 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-250 (389 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura CL. (294 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 2004 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | CL | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 132 L |
