2005 Acura CL vs. 2008 Ford E-150
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura CL would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura CL weights approximately 470 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150.
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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura CL | 2008 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | CL | E-150 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 132 L |