2003 Acura CL vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 7 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2010 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 14 kg more than 2003 Acura CL.
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, 2003 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura CL | 2010 Honda Element | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | CL | Element |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |