2003 Acura CL vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 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) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC70. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2003 Acura CL.
Because 2011 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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 XC70 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC70 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 XC70 | |
Make | Acura | Volvo |
Model | CL | XC70 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 294 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2815 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |