2004 Acura CL vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (247 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (330 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura CL | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | CL | Passat |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |