2005 Acura CL vs. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Acura CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Acura CL.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura CL | 2003 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | CL | Silverado |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |