2003 Acura CL vs. 2005 GMC Savana
To start off, 2005 GMC Savana is newer by 2 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 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Savana (285 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Acura CL. (223 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 997 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Savana (400 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura CL. (294 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 2005 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | CL | Savana |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 117 L |
