2005 Acura CL vs. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, both 2005 Acura CL and 2005 Chevrolet Blazer were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 182 kg more than 2005 Acura CL.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura CL. (294 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura CL | 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | CL | Blazer |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |