2005 Acura CL vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 2005 Acura CL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault 19 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 117 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura CL weights approximately 435 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura CL | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | CL | 19 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
