2011 Ford Flex vs. 2005 Acura CL
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Flex weights approximately 448 kg more than 2005 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Flex | 2005 Acura CL | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Flex | CL |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2995 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
