Compare 2003 Acura CL - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $28,200 | $29,250 | $27,300 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $25,995 | $26,794 | $25,389 |
| Destination | $500 | $545 | $720 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Automatic | Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic |
| Air Filter | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Underseat Ducts | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Auxiliary Visors | Dual | Dual | N/A |
| Cargo Net | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Cargo Tie Downs | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Cell Phone | N/A | N/A | Pre-wiring |
| Clock | In-dash | Analog | In-dash |
| Compass | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Leather | Leather/metal-look | Leather |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| Lighter Elements | Front | Front | Front |
| Ashtray | Optional | Standard | Standard |
| Overhead Console | Mini With Storage | Mini With Storage | Mini |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
| Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| Rear Windows | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| 1-touch Window Up | Driver | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| 1-touch Window Down | Driver | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Analog |
| Driver Information Centre | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Glovebox | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front | Front And Rear | Front |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Fade |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | N/A | Driver And Passenger |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Auto-dimming Day-night | Day-night | Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Fuel Door Release | Mechanical | N/A | N/A |
| Remote Trunk Release | Power | Power | Power |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | 2 | N/A |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Leather | Leather |
| Air Compressor | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Bucket | Bucket | Sport Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 4 Passengers | 4 Passengers | 5 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 8-way Power | 6-way Power | 6-way |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 4-way Power | 2-way Power | 6-way |
| Lumbar Support | Driver | Driver | N/A |
| Front Armrests | Center | Center | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable | Adjustable | Adjustable W/tilt |
| Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Driver Heated-seatback | N/A | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback |
| Memory | Driver | N/A | Driver And Passenger |
| Rear Seats | Bucket | Full Bench | 60-40 Split-bench |
| Rear Armrest | With Pass-thru | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Head Restraints | 2 - Fixed | 2 - Fixed | 2 - Adjustable |
| Seat Trim | Leather | Cloth | Cloth |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan |
| Cassette Player | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| CD Player | In-dash Mounted 6-disc | In-dash Mounted 6-disc | In-dash Mounted Single |
| CD Changer Compatible | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Speakers | 6 Acura/Bose | 6 | 6 |
| Amplifier | Premium | N/A | N/A |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Navigation System | Optional | N/A | Optional |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Door Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | N/A | Curtain 1st Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | OnStar | N/A | Tele Aid |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | Optional | N/A | Optional |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | N/A | Front | Front |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | Front | Front And Rear |
| Headlights | High Intensity Low Beam, Xenon | High Intensity Low Beam, Xenon | Halogen |
| Exterior Light Control | Auto Off | N/A | Programmable |
| Delay-off Headlamps | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Headlight Washer | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Daytime Running Lights | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| LED Taillights | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Door Curb Lights | 2 | 2 | N/A |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Ignition Disable | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| First Aid Kit | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Accessories (48 Month/50,000 Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/60,000 Mileage), Powertrain (72 Month/70,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (84 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/unlimited Mileage), Accessories (48 Month/60,000 Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance ( Unlimited Month/unlimited Mileage), Maintenance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/60,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 72 Months/70,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 60 Months/unlimited Miles | 84 Months/unlimited Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/unlimited Miles | Unlimited Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Maintenance | N/A | N/A | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Window Grid | Window Grid | Window Grid |
| Body Material | Fully Galvanized Steel | Galvanized Steel/aluminum | Fully Galvanized Steel |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Bodyside Mouldings | N/A | Body-colored | Body-colored |
| Grille Trim | Body-colored W/chrome Accents | Colored | Chrome |
| Fog/driving Lights | N/A | Front | Front And Rear |
| Door Count | 2 Doors | 2 Doors | 2 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Trunk | Trunk | Liftgate |
| Tinted Windows | Light | Light | Light |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Power Remote Driver, Power Remote W/tilt Down Passenger | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Mirrors, Auto Dimming | N/A | N/A | Driver |
| Sunroof | 1st Row Regular Power Sliding And Tilting Glass | N/A | 1st Row Exterior Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass |
| 2nd Row Sunroof | N/A | N/A | Fixed Glass With Power Sunshade |
| Spoiler | Wing | N/A | Wing |
| Roof Rack | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Front Tires | P205/60VR16.0 BSW AS | P225/50VR17.0 BSW AS | P205/55HR16.0 BSW Performance AS |
| Tires - Rear | N/A | 235/50VR17 | N/A |
| Wheels | 16" Silver Aluminum | 17" Silver Aluminum | 16" Silver Aluminum |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel | Compact Steel | Compact Aluminum |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Fixed Interval |
| Windshield Wipers - Rain Sensing | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Mud Flaps | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 3.2L V-6 | 3.5L V-6 | 3.2L V-6 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | SOHC | DOHC | SOHC |
| Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Brake Assist | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Drive Type | Front-wheel | Rear-wheel | Rear-wheel |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Suspension Tuning | Regular | Sport | Sport |
| Front Suspension Type | Double Wishbone | Multi-link | Strut |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Regular | Gas-pressurized |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Double Wishbone | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Regular | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Sequential Shift Control | SportShift | Standard | Touch-Shift |
| Transmission | 5-spd W/OD | 5-spd Auto W/OD | 6-spd Man W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 4.43 | 3.36 | 3.46 |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 192.0 " | 182.2 " | 171.0 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 70.6 " | 71.5 " | 68.0 " |
| Exterior Height | 55.5 " | 54.8 " | 54.3 " |
| Engine | 3.2L V-6 | 3.5L V-6 | 3.2L V-6 |
| Horsepower | 225 @ 5,600 Rpm | 280 @ 6,200 Rpm | 215 @ 5,700 Rpm |
| Torque | 216 @ 4,700 Rpm | 270 @ 4,800 Rpm | 221 @ 3,000 Rpm |
| Fuel Economy - City | 20 Mpg | 19 Mpg | 17 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 29 Mpg | 26 Mpg | 25 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 7.5 Seconds | 6.0 Seconds | 7.6 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 15.7 Seconds | 14.6 Seconds | 15.6 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 93 Mph | 98 Mph | 88 Mph |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .8 | .9 | .9 |
| Slalom Speed | 59 Mph | 61 Mph | 61 Mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.50/3.39 " | 3.76/3.20 " | 3.54/3.31 " |
| Curb Weight | 3,470 Lbs. | 3,416 Lbs. | 3,385 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | N/A | 4,360 Lbs. | N/A |
| Maximum Trailer Weight | N/A | 1,000 Lbs. | N/A |
| Wheelbase | 106.9 " | 112.2 " | 106.9 " |
| Front Track | 61.1 " | 60.4 " | 58.8 " |
| Rear Track | 61.0 " | 60.6 " | 57.6 " |
| Turning Radius | 18.7 '' | 18.7 '' | 17.7 '' |
| Drag Coefficient | N/A | .29 | .29 |
| Front Legroom | 42.4 " | 43.8 " | 42.0 " |
| Rear Legroom | 33.0 " | 31.4 " | 33.0 " |
| Front Headroom | 37.5 " | 39.2 " | 38.5 " |
| Rear Headroom | 36.7 " | 34.7 " | 36.3 " |
| Front Hip Room | 52.9 " | 53.6 " | 52.8 " |
| Rear Hip Room | 50.4 " | 48.0 " | 51.7 " |
| Front Shoulder Room | 56.4 " | 53.7 " | 52.8 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 54.2 " | 52.7 " | 51.7 " |
| Luggage Volume | 13.6 Cu.ft. | 7.8 Cu.ft. | 9.9 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 13.6 Cu.ft. | 7.8 Cu.ft. | 38.1 Cu.ft. |
| Passenger Volume | 90 Cu.ft. | 87 Cu.ft. | 85 Cu.ft. |
| Fuel Tank | 17.2 Gal. | 20.0 Gal. | 16.2 Gal. |
| Cost To Own | |||
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings | |||
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings | |||
