2001 Acura CL vs. 2013 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 12 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Impala (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2001 Acura CL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 98 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.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Impala (355 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | CL | Impala |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1851 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
