2003 Acura CL vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect 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 87 more horse power than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 36 kg more than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura CL | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | CL | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |