2005 Acura CL vs. 2008 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang 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 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Acura CL.
Because 2008 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. 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 Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | CL | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
