2005 Acura CL vs. 2002 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2005 Acura CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lincoln LS 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 15 more horse power than 2002 Lincoln LS. (208 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2002 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lincoln LS weights approximately 107 kg more than 2005 Acura CL.
Because 2002 Lincoln LS 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 2002 Lincoln LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lincoln LS. 2005 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2002 Lincoln LS has manual transmission. 2002 Lincoln LS 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 | 2002 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Acura | Lincoln |
| Model | CL | LS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
