2003 Acura CL vs. 2000 Acura RL
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura RL weights approximately 95 kg more than 2003 Acura CL.
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, 2000 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2000 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura CL | 2000 Acura RL | |
Make | Acura | Acura |
Model | CL | RL |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |