2005 Acura CL vs. 2005 Rover 25
To start off, both 2005 Acura CL and 2005 Rover 25 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 121 more horse power than 2005 Rover 25. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura CL weights approximately 470 kg more than 2005 Rover 25. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 25. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 25. 2005 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2005 Rover 25 has manual transmission. 2005 Rover 25 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 Rover 25 | |
Make | Acura | Rover |
Model | CL | 25 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |