2005 Acura CL vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
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 Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Condor 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 127 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura CL weights approximately 154 kg more than 2001 Toyota Condor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Condor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor. 2005 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Condor has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Condor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura CL | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | CL | Condor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1426 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
