2005 Acura CL vs. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 3 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (228 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 385 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 2008 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura CL | 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | CL | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
