2005 Acura CL vs. 1999 Acura TL
To start off, 2005 Acura CL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura TL would be higher. Both 2005 Acura CL and 1999 Acura TL are equipped with a 3,210 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura CL weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 Acura TL.
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, both vehicles can yield 294 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura CL | 1999 Acura TL | |
| Make | Acura | Acura |
| Model | CL | TL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
