2001 Acura CL vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 11 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2001 Acura CL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura CL.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura CL | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | CL | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 117 L |