2003 Acura CL vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 480 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. 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, 2003 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura CL | 2000 Honda Civic | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | CL | Civic |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |