2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 282 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition (495 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Expedition | CL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 65 L |
