2001 Acura CL vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. (216 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 634 kg more than 2001 Acura CL.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura CL. 2001 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2002 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura CL | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | CL | Touareg |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |