2003 Acura CL vs. 2006 Lexus LS
To start off, 2006 Lexus LS 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 4,294 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus LS (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus LS weights approximately 185 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.
Because 2006 Lexus LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lexus LS (423 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 2006 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Acura | Lexus |
| Model | CL | LS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 84 L |
