2005 Acura CL vs. 2008 Ford F-350
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 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 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2005 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 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 F-350.
Because 2008 Ford F-350 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 2008 Ford F-350. 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura CL. 2005 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2008 Ford F-350 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 | 2008 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | CL | F-350 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 6802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 6260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 115 L |