2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2003 Acura CL
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura CL would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1635 kg more than 2003 Acura CL.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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 Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2003 Acura CL | |
Make | Ford | Acura |
Model | Excursion | CL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5405 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 65 L |