1998 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 115 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (265 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2002 Acura CL | |
Make | Honda | Acura |
Model | Accord | CL |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |