2003 Acura CL vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 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 35 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (188 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 119 kg more than 2003 Acura CL.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento 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, 2013 Kia Sorento 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, 2003 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura CL | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | CL | Sorento |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
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 | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1699 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |