2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 359 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Freestar (325 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Freestar | CL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |
