2004 Acura CL vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 285 kg more than 2004 Acura CL.
Because 2005 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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, 2004 Acura CL (294 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 2004 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura CL | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | CL | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
