2005 Acura CL vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain 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 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 2013 GMC Terrain. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 184 kg more than 2005 Acura CL.
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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura CL | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Acura | GMC |
Model | CL | Terrain |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
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 | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1764 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2857 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 71 L |