2005 Acura CL vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1208 kg more than 2005 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra 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, 2007 GMC Sierra 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura CL | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | CL | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 129 L |
