2003 Acura CL vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius is newer by 8 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 89 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 200 kg more than 2011 Toyota Prius. 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, 2003 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura CL | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | CL | Prius |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |