Acura CL vs. Honda Accord
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Acura CL and Honda Accord contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Acura CL and the Honda Accord.
When we compare the Acura CL's and the Honda Accord's specifications and ratings, the Acura CL has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Honda Accord has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Acura CL's and the Honda Accord's specifications and ratings, the Honda Accord is a better car than the Acura CL.
Pricing: A used 2003 Acura CL ranges from $2,500 to $8,990 while a used 2003 Honda Accord is priced between $2,430 to $7,635.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Acura CL’s base engine makes 225 horsepower, and the Honda Accord base engine makes 160 horsepower. The CL is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 459 miles. The Accord is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 527 miles. This gives the Honda Accord the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Acura CL. Both models use gasoline.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
28700
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
19760
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Cars)
18513
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Cars)
16039 - 22325
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
6193
Price Range:
2500 - 8990
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
3
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
182063
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
5107
Price Range:
2430 - 7635
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Cars)
4748
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Cars)
4260 - 5564
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
79
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
182864
# Good or Great Deals:
23
Acura CL Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Honda Accord Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Acura CL
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Honda Accord
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4.981319927751456
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
15.364183273099394
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)
4.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)
1.6 - 15.4
Acura CL Rankings
Not yet available
Honda Accord Rankings
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Coupe, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Acura CL Trim Levels
3.2, 3.2 Type-S
Honda Accord Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
225 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
216 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
160 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
161 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 27 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
289 / 459 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 31 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
391 / 527 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Quad Seats:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
Available
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.2 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3470 lbs
Width:
69.2 inches
Height:
53.3 inches
Length:
192 inches
Wheelbase:
106.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2994 lbs
Width:
71.3 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
187.6 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/65R15
Exterior Colors
Black
Anthracite Metallic / Nighthawk Black Pearl
Blue
Eternal Blue Pearl
Gold
Desert Mist Metallic
Green
Noble Green Metallic
Silver
Satin Silver Metallic
White
Taffeta White
Gray
Not available
Red
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Nighthawk Black Pearl
Blue
Sapphire Blue Pearl
Gold
Not available
Green
Not available
Silver
Satin Silver Metallic
White
Taffeta White
Gray
Graphite Pearl
Red
San Marino Red
Interior Colors
Beige
Parchment
Black
Ebony
White
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Black
White
Ivory
