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Comparison Tests
Luxury Coupe Comparison Test
Engine & Transmission
By Ed Hellwig
Date Posted 05-17-2001
Engine & Transmission
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Acura CL Type S |
BMW 330Ci |
| Engine Type |
24-Valve VTEC V6 |
24-Valve In-line 6 |
| Displacement, liters |
3.2 |
3.0 |
| Horsepower (SAE) |
260@6100rpm |
225@5900 |
| Max. Torque |
232@3500 |
214@3500 |
| Transmission |
5-speed automatic w/Sequential Sportshift |
5-speed manual |
Observed Fuel Economy
City/Hwy, mpg |
20 |
25 |
EPA Fuel Economy
City/Hwy, mpg |
19/29 |
21/30 |
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Mercedes Benz CLK 430 |
Volvo C70 |
| Engine Type |
24-Valve V8 |
20-Valve In-line 5 |
| Displacement, liters |
4.3 |
2.3 |
| Horsepower (SAE) |
275@5750 |
236@5,400 |
| Max. Torque |
295@3,000-4,000 |
244@2,400 |
| Transmission |
5-speed automatic w/Touchshift |
5-speed manual |
Observed Fuel Economy
City/Hwy, mpg |
23 |
20 |
EPA Fuel Economy
City/Hwy, mpg |
18/25 |
21/28 |
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