2010 Ford F-250 vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1418 kg more than 2002 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-250 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, 2010 Ford F-250 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford F-250 | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | F-250 | CL |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 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 | 5000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2998 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6253 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2029 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3967 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 65 L |
