2005 Acura CL vs. 2005 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, both 2005 Acura CL and 2005 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. (175 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura CL weights approximately 8 kg more than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura CL. 2005 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2005 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2005 Jeep Wrangler 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 | 2005 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Acura | Jeep |
Model | CL | Wrangler |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 98.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |