2000 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Acura CL
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (128 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 440 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. 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, 2003 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2003 Acura CL | |
Make | Honda | Acura |
Model | Civic | CL |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |