2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 6,799 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1681 kg more than 2002 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Excursion | CL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6799 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 65 L |
