2003 Acura CL vs. 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van. 2003 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | CL | LT 35 HR Panel Van |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
