2001 Acura CL vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 2001 Acura CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura CL weights approximately 870 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today 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, 2001 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura CL | 1997 Honda Today | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | CL | Today |
Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |