2005 Toyota Sienna vs. 2003 Acura CL
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 309 kg more than 2003 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 Toyota Sienna (343 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura CL. (315 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Sienna | 2003 Acura CL | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Sienna | CL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |
