2005 Acura CL vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 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), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 509 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 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura CL | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | CL | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| 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 | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 129 L |
