2004 Ford Freestyle vs. 2005 Acura CL

To start off, 2005 Acura CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 3,209 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 Acura CL.

Because 2004 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2005 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestyle.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Freestyle 2005 Acura CL
Make Ford Acura
Model Freestyle CL
Year Released 2004 2005
Body Type Crossover Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2982 cc 3209 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 203 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6900 RPM
Torque 281 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1865 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 65 L


 

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