2005 Acura CL vs. 1995 Acura Integra
To start off, 2005 Acura CL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Integra would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1995 Acura Integra. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura CL weights approximately 410 kg more than 1995 Acura Integra. 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, 2005 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura CL | 1995 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Acura | Acura |
| Model | CL | Integra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
