2003 Acura CL vs. 2000 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Durango weights approximately 395 kg more than 2003 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Durango (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura CL | 2000 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Acura | Dodge |
Model | CL | Durango |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |