2003 Acura CL vs. 2011 Volvo V50
To start off, 2011 Volvo V50 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, 2011 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo V50 weights approximately 18 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.
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, 2011 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura CL | 2011 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Acura | Volvo |
Model | CL | V50 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4521 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1499 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |