2005 Acura CL vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux is newer by 4 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, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 104 kg more than 2005 Acura CL.
Because 2009 Toyota Hilux 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 2009 Toyota Hilux. 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, 2005 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Hilux. 2005 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Hilux 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 | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | CL | Hilux |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |