2001 Acura CL vs. 2006 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 5 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (304 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Acura CL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura CL | 2006 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | CL | Impala |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |