2003 Acura CL vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 8 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 82 kg more than 2011 Ford Escape. 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, 2003 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | CL | Escape |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
