2010 Acura RDX vs. 2001 Acura CL
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 9 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 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 118 kg more than 2001 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, 2010 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Acura RDX | 2001 Acura CL | |
| Make | Acura | Acura |
| Model | RDX | CL |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 3212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4636 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1869 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
