2005 Acura CL vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, both 2005 Acura CL and 2005 Ford Explorer were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura CL weights approximately 300 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Explorer 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, 2005 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer (345 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura CL. (294 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura CL | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | CL | Explorer |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 345 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |