2005 Acura CL vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura CL would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura CL weights approximately 502 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Express 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 2007 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura CL | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | CL | Express |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 117 L |