2005 Acura CL vs. 1992 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2005 Acura CL is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1992 Ford Taurus. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Taurus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Taurus. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Taurus. 2005 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Taurus has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Taurus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura CL | 1992 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | CL | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
