2005 Acura CL vs. 2001 Infiniti I
To start off, 2005 Acura CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Infiniti I would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura CL weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 Infiniti I.
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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura CL | 2001 Infiniti I | |
Make | Acura | Infiniti |
Model | CL | I |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |