2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1028 kg more than 2002 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Acura CL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
Model | Silverado | CL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 315 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |