2004 Acura CL vs. 1993 Xedos 6
To start off, 2004 Acura CL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1993 Xedos 6. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1993 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura CL weights approximately 385 kg more than 1993 Xedos 6. 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, 2004 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Xedos 6. (170 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura CL | 1993 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Acura | Xedos |
| Model | CL | 6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
