2005 Acura CL vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 6 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 43 more horse power than 2011 Honda CR-V. (180 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura CL weights approximately 32 kg more than 2011 Honda CR-V. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura CL | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | CL | CR-V |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |