2005 Acura CL vs. 2008 Ford Edge
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura CL weights approximately 473 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge.
Because 2008 Ford Edge 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, 2008 Ford Edge 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, 2008 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge 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 Edge | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | CL | Edge |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |