2002 Acura CL vs. 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (305 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (294 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura CL | 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | CL | Monte Carlo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
