2004 Acura CL vs. 2012 Ford F-250
To start off, 2012 Ford F-250 is newer by 8 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2004 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura CL.
Because 2012 Ford F-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura CL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura CL | 2012 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | CL | F-250 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1966 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 132 L |