2011 Ford F-150 vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 9 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 950 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 2011 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 2011 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford F-150 | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | F-150 | CL |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2530 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |
