Acura CL vs Eagle Summit
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
1996 Eagle Summit
Overview
| Spec | Acura CL3.2 | Eagle SummitBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 3.2 | Base |
| Body style | Coupe | Wagon |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2003 | 1996 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura CL3.2 | Eagle SummitBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $28,200 | $0 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura CL3.2 | Eagle SummitBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 21 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| City MPG | 17 MPG | 18 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 27 MPG (best) | 22 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 17.2 gal (best) | 14.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Acura CL3.2 | Eagle SummitBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 225 hp (best) | 136 hp |
| Torque | 216 lb-ft (best) | 145 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.2 L (best) | 2.4 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura CL3.2 | Eagle SummitBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats (best) | — |
| Doors | 2 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 13.6 cu ft | 79 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 2,500 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,470 lbs | 3,064 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 6.2 in (best) | 5.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.9 in (best) | 99.2 in |
| Length | 192 in (best) | 168.5 in |
| Width | 69.2 in (best) | 66.7 in |
| Height | 53.3 in | 62.6 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura CL3.2 | Eagle SummitBase |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 3 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 3 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura CL | Eagle Summit |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3.2 $28,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 3.2 $30,350 MSRP | DL $0 MSRP |
| 3 | 3.2 Type-S $30,550 MSRP | DL $0 MSRP |
| 4 | 3.2 Type-S $30,550 MSRP | ESi $0 MSRP |
| 5 | 3.2 Type-S $32,700 MSRP | ESi $0 MSRP |
| 6 | 3.2 Type-S $32,700 MSRP | LX $0 MSRP |
| 7 | — | LX $0 MSRP |