2001 Acura CL vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V 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 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura CL weights approximately 95 kg more than 2012 Toyota Prius V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura CL | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | CL | Prius V |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
