2004 Acura CL vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 7 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2004 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 790 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 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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 BMW X6 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura CL | 2011 BMW X6 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | CL | X6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4879 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1689 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |