2003 Acura CL vs. 2007 Acura TL

To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 4 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2003 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.

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, 2007 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura CL.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Acura CL 2007 Acura TL
Make Acura Acura
Model CL TL
Year Released 2003 2007
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3210 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 223 HP 286 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 347 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 93 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
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 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 65 L


 

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