1997 Vauxhall Sintra vs. 2001 Acura CL
To start off, 2001 Acura CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Vauxhall Sintra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Vauxhall Sintra would be higher. At 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1997 Vauxhall Sintra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1997 Vauxhall Sintra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Vauxhall Sintra weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Vauxhall Sintra. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Vauxhall Sintra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Vauxhall Sintra | 2001 Acura CL | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Acura |
| Model | Sintra | CL |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |
