2001 Acura CL vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura CL would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2001 Acura CL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 805 kg more than 2001 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (455 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura CL. (294 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura CL | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | CL | Silverado |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 455 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 6270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 4010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 129 L |