2000 Honda Life vs. 2005 Acura CL
To start off, 2005 Acura CL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Life would be higher. At 3,209 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura CL weights approximately 790 kg more than 2000 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Life 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, 2005 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life. 2005 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2000 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Life | 2005 Acura CL | |
Make | Honda | Acura |
Model | Life | CL |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 3209 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |