2003 Acura CL vs. 2006 Hyundai Grandeur
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Grandeur is newer by 3 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Grandeur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Grandeur (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Grandeur should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 160 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.
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, 2006 Hyundai Grandeur (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 2006 Hyundai Grandeur | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | CL | Grandeur |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
