2003 Acura CL vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 10 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, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 116 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.
Because 2013 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape 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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura CL | 2013 Ford Escape | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | CL | Escape |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
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 | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1696 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4524 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2078 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |