2001 Acura CL vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Acura CL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 731 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 2012 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra. 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 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura CL | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | CL | Sierra |
| 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 | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2032 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |
