2001 Acura CL vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 3 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Acura CL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 370 kg more than 2001 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2004 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura CL. (294 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura CL | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | CL | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 87 L |
