2010 Ford F-150 vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-150. (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 718 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
Because 2010 Ford F-150 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 2010 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (398 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford F-150 | 2002 Acura CL | |
Make | Ford | Acura |
Model | F-150 | CL |
Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 398 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2298 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5885 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2004 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1816 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |