2007 Lexus LS vs. 2005 Acura CL
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 2 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 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura CL.
Because 2007 Lexus LS 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 2007 Lexus LS. 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, 2007 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LS | 2005 Acura CL | |
| Make | Lexus | Acura |
| Model | LS | CL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 3209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 65 L |
