2005 Acura CL vs. 2001 Acura RL

To start off, 2005 Acura CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RL weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Acura CL.

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, 2001 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura CL.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Acura CL 2001 Acura RL
Make Acura Acura
Model CL RL
Year Released 2005 2001
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3210 cc 3472 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 223 HP 205 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 304 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 91 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 9.6:1
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 1675 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 5000 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 50 L


 

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