2003 Acura CL vs. 2004 Suzuki Verona
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Verona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura CL 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 68 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Verona. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Verona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 47 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Verona. 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) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Verona. (241 Nm). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Verona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 2004 Suzuki Verona | |
| Make | Acura | Suzuki |
| Model | CL | Verona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 241 Nm |
| 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 | 1533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
