2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 Acura CL
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura CL would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2001 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 111 kg more than 2001 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2001 Acura CL | |
| Make | Dodge | Acura |
| Model | Ram | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 552 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |
