2003 Acura CL vs. 2001 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Allion 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 115 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Allion. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 440 kg more than 2001 Toyota Allion. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Allion. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura CL | 2001 Toyota Allion | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | CL | Allion |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
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 | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |