2005 Acura CL vs. 2001 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Acura CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Camry 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 63 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Camry. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura CL weights approximately 220 kg more than 2001 Toyota Camry. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Camry. (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura CL | 2001 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | CL | Camry |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 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 | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |